APU Shop Technician

CommuteAir Recruiting Team • Houston, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Whether you’re building your time in the sky or your career on the ground, we hope to be your next destination. CommuteAir is striving to be the regional airline that our passengers and employees are looking for. Our role in your career as a regional airline is an important one that we take seriously. Community, mentorship, training, and growth are all part of our DNA – we want to make your vision of a successful career in the aviation industry a reality.

Where Are We Going?
We are a dedicated United Airlines partner operating over 1,600 weekly flights, connecting people and their communities to the world via United’s Global Network. With corporate headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, we operate a large fleet of Embraer 145 XR aircraft from two Crew hubs in Houston and Washington Dulles, along with maintenance bases in Houston, Washington Dulles, Albany, NY, and Knoxville, TN. We’ve grown significantly over the past 35 years and know that you will too.

Together We Soar
Your success is our success. Community is everything to us at CommuteAir. Our diverse team is here to provide you with the tools you need to succeed. By adopting a data-driven approach, we’re innovating the traditional path to mainline by raising the bar and setting the standard for employee training and development. We offer our team comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, internal advancement programs, and personal access to flight benefits on the Star Alliance network for yourself and your family.

Commitment to Inclusion
CommuteAir is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Artificial Intelligence in Hiring Notice
CommuteAir uses artificial intelligence and automated tools to support parts of our application review and recruiting process, including identifying relevant qualifications and managing candidate communications. These tools assist our recruiting team, but all screening, evaluation, and hiring decisions are made by humans. No AI system independently determines candidate eligibility or makes hiring decisions.
All employment decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.
Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during any part of the hiring process may contact our recruiting team for assistance.
What is the position: To perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) and associated components in accordance with company, manufacturer, and FAA requirements.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required
• Minimum 2–3 years of aviation maintenance experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret technical data
• Ability to read and understand AMMs, CMMs, IPCs, and engineering documents
• Experience using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and shop equipment
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a shop environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in turbine engine or APU maintenance or component repair
• Previous backshop or component-level repair experience (Part 121 or Part 145)
• Familiarity with borescope inspections, teardown, and build processes
• Troubleshooting and fault isolation experience on engine/APU systems
• Experience with maintenance tracking systems (AMOS preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform disassembly, inspection, repair, assembly, and functional testing of APUs and APU component
• Execute maintenance in accordance with approved technical data including AMMs, CMMs, EMMs, and company procedures
• Conduct troubleshooting and identify defects using standard test equipment and diagnostic processes
• Perform borescope inspections and component-level assessments as required
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company policies
• Accurately complete maintenance records, work orders, and required documentation
• Maintain tooling, test equipment, and shop equipment in proper working condition and calibration status
• Follow all safety procedures including hazardous material handling, storage, and documentation requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free work environment
• Work under supervision of appropriately certificated personnel when required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost, turnaround time, and reliability
• Regular attendance is an essential function of all positions at CommuteAir
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits
• competitive pay
• internal advancement programs
• personal access to flight benefits on the Star Alliance network for yourself and your family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED