Aircraft Maintenance Technician - MSY + $10,000 Bonus!

Breeze Airways™•New Orleans, LA

95d•$31 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Breeze Airways is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) at its New Orleans, Louisiana (MSY) maintenance base. The AMT performs maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alterations on Breeze aircraft, including troubleshooting, run-up and taxi procedures, and signing mechanical flight releases. The role reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor and follows assigned instructions, FAA regulations, and Breeze policies and procedures. AMTs help ensure the safety of Team Members and Guests and the airworthiness of the fleet. Pay is based on years of experience: Year 1 $30.50; Year 2 $31.00; Year 3 $31.50; Year 4 $34.50; Year 5 $36.00; Year 6 $37.00. A $2.00 shift differential applies to work from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The posting also advertises a $10,000 bonus. The position requires flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed, and willingness to travel 20% of the time. Physical work includes handling aircraft components and tools, climbing, working at heights and in confined spaces, and working in varying weather conditions on the ramp or in a hangar.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement.
Current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P), with no history of infractions and recent experience on commercial aircraft types.
Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications.
Valid driver's license.
Valid passport with no travel restrictions.
Authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed.
Willingness to travel 20% of the time.
Willingness to work with other company departments as needed.
Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test.
Must pass a TSA-required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; must be fluent in English.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements.
Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with individuals and teams at all organizational levels.
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed.
Ability to climb ladders, work stands, and aircraft structures, and work at elevated heights.
Ability to work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and varying weather conditions on a ramp or in a hangar.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach for extended periods.
Manual dexterity to frequently use hands and arms to operate tools and handle components.
Adequate vision for close inspection and hearing to detect unusual sounds; ability to work with exposure to noise and fumes.

Nice To Haves

Understanding and working knowledge of FAA regulations, including FAR Part 121 operations.
Experience maintaining Embraer E-Jet and/or Airbus A220 family aircraft.
Familiarity with an airline Maintenance Information System (MIS), such as TRAX.
Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, or Business.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned maintenance duties in accordance with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
Be responsible and accountable for all work performed.
Complete appropriate Breeze forms for assigned and completed work.
Properly handle parts, units, assemblies, and aircraft during the repair process.
Keep documentation current regarding open discrepancies and completed corrective actions.
Accurately complete all required documentation for maintenance work and inspections.
Submit personal OJT Task Cards accurately and on time.
Maintain a safe, clean, and operative work area and account for all tools after assigned tasks.
Properly care for and use aircraft maintenance tooling and equipment.
Notify the Maintenance Supervisor and appropriate Team Members of any condition that could compromise aircraft airworthiness.
Maintain a valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate or Repairman Certificate and make it available for inspection by the FAA, NTSB, or Breeze Supervisor/Manager.
Perform other duties assigned by Maintenance Leadership, MOC, and/or DOM.
Meet performance measures and established standards in alignment with Breeze Aviation Group values.