Lead Aircraft MX Technician (LAX)

Kalitta Air, LLC•Los Angeles, CA

19h

About The Position

The Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing various maintenance functions on company aircraft performed by Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Mechanics, and Apprentices in accordance with all company policies and procedures as well as all federal aviation regulations.

Requirements

FAA-certificated mechanic with Airframe, Powerplant or both ratings (must be provided upon hire and or request) – must have a powerplant license.
Must have the ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to give and receive verbal and written direction to team members.
FAA-certificated mechanic with Airframe, Powerplant or both ratings (may be reviewed based on Location and position ) – must have a Powerplant license
Must demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company.
Must be adept and proficient on the use of technical data/manuals.
Must be available for flexible hours and weekends.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must be a self-motivator and have competent problem-solving skills.
Must have a good attendance history.
Position requires extremely strenuous physical work involving objects in excess of 100 lbs. occasionally and in excess of 50 lbs. frequently.
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Recommended, two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in the following areas on Boeing 747-400 or 777F / 777-300 or similar type aircraft.
Recommended but not required, two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in the following areas on Boeing 747-400 or 777F / 777-300 or similar type aircraft:
maintenance checks
engine changes
gear changes
structural repairs
flight control rigging
component maintenance on Boeing 747-400 or 777F / 777-300 or similar type aircraft or successful Completion of accredited A&P mechanic training course
When requested by management if applicable to your location, must obtain Engine Run / Taxi
Must have at least one year of experience in a test cell environment and verified by adequate training records

Responsibilities

Oversee and assist approved work by their Supervisors within the scheduled shift
Ensure completeness of all assigned work documents and records
Oversee on-the-job training during work shift to ensure proper qualification standards are met and maintained.
Coordinate all activities with Maintenance Supervisors
Research all pertinent information and material for work scheduled on aircraft.
Oversee and Assist in the clean-up of the maintenance work area.
Ensure that all maintenance areas meet good “housekeeping” standards.
Always maintain positive tool control accountability & immediately report lost and/or found tools to management.
Perform data entries as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with and implement the necessary procedures in the MEL/CDL/NEF Program
Monitor the proper completion of aircraft records (e.g., logbook pages, work cards, non-routines, Engineering documents [EOs, EAs, etc.], and other related documents)
Ensure accuracy and completeness of all assigned work documents and records.
Maintain familiarization with the training requirements necessary as defined in the AMTM and ensure training is current prior to performing the functions and tasks of this position
Always follow (never deviate from) approved published procedures unless proper deviation is Authorized
Must be able to pass a 10 Year Background check, and any location specific requirements.
Must be able to obtain an Airport SIDA Badge and United States Custom Seal if required.