Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Breeze Airways•Norfolk, VA

1d•$31 - $37

About The Position

Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology, ingenuity and kindness.” Breeze is hiring- join us! Breeze Airways is the newest, nicest, fastest growing airline with maintenance bases in Windsor Locks, CT (BDL), Charleston, SC (CHS), New Orleans, LA (MSY), Norfolk, VA (ORF), Provo, UT (PVU), Tampa, FL(TPA), Providence, RI (PVD), Orlando, FL (MCO), Fort Myers, FL (RSW) and Raleigh-Durham, NC (RDU)! Breeze is looking for great and experienced talent. Your entry pay will be based on your experience and our established criteria. Year Hourly Pay 1 $30.50 2 $31.00 3 $31.50 4 $34.50 5 $36.00 6 $37.00 $2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible for performing maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alterations of Breeze aircraft, including troubleshooting, performing run-up and taxi procedures, and signing mechanical flight releases. The Aircraft Maintenance Technician reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor and carries out instructions as assigned in accordance with FAA regulations and Breeze policy and procedures. As certified AMTs, you have an important role to ensure the safety of our fellow Breeze Team members and Guests as well as the airworthiness of our fleet.

Requirements

Must hold a 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
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
Must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions
Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must have the ability to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
Must be flexible and willing to work all shifts to support a 24/7 operation.
Must be willing to travel 20% of the time
Must be willing to work with other departments within the company 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

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
Familiar with an airline Maintenance Information System (MIS) such as TRAX
Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance or Business Degree preferred
Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Must be fluent in English
Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Responsibilities

Perform all assigned maintenance duties in accordance with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
Responsible and accountable for all work performed
Complete all appropriate Breeze forms on all work assigned and performed
Properly handle all parts, units, assemblies, and aircraft while in the repair process
Ensure that all documentation is kept current as to open discrepancies and completed corrective actions
Complete all associated and required documentation for all maintenance work performed or inspections conducted accurately and correctly
Submit personal OJT Task Cards on time and accurately
Maintain the work area in a safe, clean, and operative condition and ensure all tools are accounted for at completion of all assigned tasks
Properly care for and use tooling and equipment used for aircraft maintenance
Notify the Maintenance Supervisor and all other appropriate Team Members of any condition that would compromise the airworthiness of Breeze aircraft
Maintain a valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate, or Repairman Certificate, and keep the certificate available for inspection by the FAA, NTSB, or Breeze Supervisor/Manager
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by Maintenance Leadership, MOC, and/or DOM
Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence