Maintenance Team Lead

Allegiant•Nashville, TN

13d•$45 - $59

About The Position

The Maintenance Team Leader is an aircraft technician who leads other technicians in their day-to-day maintenance duties. The role also performs Maintenance Technician duties and assumes the Maintenance Supervisor’s duties, as assigned, when the supervisor is absent. The position requires at least two years of aircraft heavy line maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, an A&P license, and current Engine Run & Taxi (ERT), Airworthiness Release (AWR), and SOJT Train the Trainer (SOJT-TtT) qualifications. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, pass a criminal background check, and have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Visa sponsorship is not available. The work may involve various shifts and days in a 24-hour operation. Physical demands include standing, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, climbing, using tools, and lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds. The role may involve confined spaces, extended computer use, personal protective equipment, exposure to noise and changing temperature, wind, and light conditions, and some travel. Team Members must report to their assigned work location during declared national and state emergencies unless prohibited by government order.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of two years of aircraft heavy line maintenance experience.
A&P license.
Engine Run & Taxi (ERT), Airworthiness Release (AWR), and SOJT Train the Trainer (SOJT-TtT) qualifications; these qualifications must be kept current.
Authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds and using tools.
Ability to work various shifts and days in a 24-hour operation.
Regular attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook email.

Responsibilities

Lay out and assume control of the quality and quantity of work assignments.
Review the log book for each RON or idle aircraft at the base (three or more hours) for open write-ups and the currency of the Service Check.
Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company policy, manufacturers’ manuals, and FAA requirements.
Coordinate work in progress with oncoming mechanics during shift changes.
Ensure paperwork and tags are properly completed and signed, including tags for parts removed from aircraft.
Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Provide on-the-job training and instruction on job procedures, safety, and good work practices.
Keep ERT, AWR, and SOJT-TtT certifications current.
Keep the Maintenance Supervisor informed of problems that could cause work delays.
Ensure maintenance personnel in the group are qualified to perform their assigned duties.
Use manpower efficiently and adjust methods and procedures to improve efficiency and production.
Increase own knowledge by studying technical materials and study guides.
Perform other duties as assigned.