Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - DSM

Endeavor Air • Des Moines, IA

3d • $35 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

Endeavor Air is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) to maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems. This role is responsible for overseeing the quantity and quality of work produced by their assigned work group, providing guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job training. The Lead AMT ensures the airworthiness of aircraft and components according to established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations, demonstrating maturity, judgment, and analytical ability in all aspects of aircraft maintenance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant mechanics license.
• Must have professional work experience in aircraft maintenance, preferred 1 year experience as an AMT.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow maintenance manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and abilities.
• Proficient in: MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and general internet applications.
• Must be able to use personal computers for both word processing and data input function.
• Required to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime, as necessary.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and if position requires use of company vehicle(s), must be insurable under company insurance coverage.
• Ability to travel internationally, passport required.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred, or the ability to inspire and direct others

Nice To Haves

• preferred 1 year experience as an AMT
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred, or the ability to inspire and direct others

Responsibilities

• Provides personnel work assignments as well as guides, mentors and provides on-the-job instruction or training to the assigned group in related technical information job procedures, safety and general shop and hangar practices.
• Assume control of the quantity and quality of work produced by their assigned work group.
• Responsible for the maintenance and preventive maintenance of aircraft, components and equipment.
• Determines airworthiness of aircraft and components IAW established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Demonstrate the maturity, judgment, and analytical ability to perform all aspects of aircraft maintenance and preventive maintenance on company aircraft.
• Demonstrate behavior in accordance with Endeavor Air “Code of Conduct” in all Company business dealings and decisions.
• Demonstrate a high level of focus on customer service and operational awareness.
• Must be able use ladders, work stands, lifts, etc. and be able to work on all areas of the aircraft that may require access during performance of duties.
• Physical exertion such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking and light lifting of boxes, bags, files and electronic equipment not in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must not have any medical conditions that preclude certification of aircraft run and taxi of company aircraft and vehicles.
• Perform additional functions (essential or otherwise) as may be assigned from time to time.
• Work is performed at outstations and various repair and material vendors.
• Requires contact with staff and business relationships with management staff.
• A uniform is required, Endeavor provides a uniform allowance.
• Safety shoes are required and cost covered by employee.

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 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), and voluntary supplementary benefit options
• uniform allowance

What This Job Offers

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