Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - MSP

Endeavor Air • Minneapolis, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Endeavor Air’s Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician maintains and troubleshoots aircraft systems and is responsible for the quantity and quality of work produced by an assigned work group. The position provides assignments, guidance, mentoring, and on-the-job instruction to team members on technical information, procedures, safety, and shop and hangar practices. The technician performs and oversees aircraft and component maintenance and preventive maintenance, and determines airworthiness in accordance with established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.

The role requires sound judgment, analytical ability, customer-service focus, operational awareness, and conduct aligned with Endeavor Air’s Code of Conduct. Work takes place at the airport, outstations, and repair and material vendors, with contact with staff and management. Some travel is required, including the ability to travel internationally with a passport. The position requires work at night, on weekends and holidays, and overtime as necessary. A uniform is required; Endeavor provides a uniform allowance. Safety shoes are required and their cost is covered by the employee.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Airframe and Powerplant mechanics license.
• Professional work experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow maintenance manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and general internet applications.
• Ability to use personal computers for word processing and data entry.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
• Valid driver’s license; if use of company vehicles is required, must be insurable under company insurance coverage.
• Ability to travel internationally and hold a passport.
• Ability to use ladders, work stands, and lifts, and access all areas of aircraft required for the work.
• Ability to pull, push, reach, bend, stand, walk, and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must not have medical conditions that preclude certification of aircraft run and taxi of company aircraft and vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician is preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience, or the ability to inspire and direct others.

Responsibilities

• Provide work assignments to personnel and guide, mentor, and provide on-the-job instruction or training to the assigned group.
• Assume control of the quantity and quality of work produced by the assigned work group.
• Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on aircraft, components, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems.
• Determine the airworthiness of aircraft and components in accordance with established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Perform aircraft maintenance and preventive maintenance on company aircraft using maturity, judgment, and analytical ability.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Endeavor Air’s Code of Conduct in company business dealings and decisions.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer service and operational awareness.
• Perform additional functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and more than 80 air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company match starting on Day 1.
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Voluntary supplementary benefit options.
• Uniform allowance.

What This Job Offers

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