Line Aircraft Technician

Alaska Airlines • WA-SeaTac, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Aircraft Technician is an individual contributor in Alaska Airlines’ Maintenance & Engineering division, responsible for repairing and maintaining aircraft. The work includes dismantling, repairing, assembling, and erecting machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union-represented position.

The technician performs maintenance and repairs in accordance with company policies and procedures, and may use an Airman Certificate (Repairman or Airframe and/or Powerplant) to sign corrective actions in maintenance documents or the aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service. When assigned as cockpit coordinator, the technician ensures safe operation of aircraft systems from the flight deck. The role requires maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work area.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues.
• Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach, and grasp.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and company procedures.
• Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Valid, unexpired driver’s license issued by a U.S. state, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of aircraft technician experience.
• Two or more years of college.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform maintenance on aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembling, and erecting machinery and mechanical devices.
• Complete work promptly and comply with attendance reliability policies and procedures.
• Exercise the authority of an Airman Certificate to sign corrective actions in maintenance documents or the aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• When assigned as cockpit coordinator, ensure safe operation of aircraft systems from the flight deck, including flight controls, electrical systems, and landing gear.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Holiday and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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