Maintenance Technician Development Program

Alaska Airlines • WA-SeaTac, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician Development Program is geared towards individuals who want to gain the skills needed to receive their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses. The program requires enrollment in a FAR 147 certified program and offers mentorship and a defined path towards certification and starting a career with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines. If accepted into the program, the individual signs an agreement to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 30 months. Upon completing the FAR 147 requirements and obtaining their A&P license participants will become a Horizon Air Technician.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a certified FAR 147 FAA Airframe and Powerplant Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain A&P License within 90 days of graduation.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a current valid passport allowing unrestricted travel, without a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP), to and from the U.S.
• Ability and willingness to enter and exit Canada without restrictions and without requiring a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) in order to complete maintenance work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport AOA badge.
• Possess excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability and willingness to consistently lift 70 lbs. and bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Ability and willingness to operate various types of ground support equipment, including movable turboways, forklifts, tow tractors, elevated boom lifts, and hoists.
• Ability and willingness to work on elevated surfaces by utilizing stands, climbing ladders or other suitable equipment to access aircraft surfaces at elevation.
• Ability to adapt to performing work according to set procedures.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability and willingness to work a variety of 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

• Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Responsibilities

• Currently enrolled and in good standing with an approved A&P school.
• Quarterly check-ins with assigned mentor/leader.
• Maintain effective communication with the company on curriculum progress.
• Commit to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for 2.5 years post program completion and sign an agreement confirming this requirement.

What This Job Offers

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