Aviation Maintenance Technician job – MI

at Ameriflight
Published 19th October 2021
Location Lansing, Michigan
Category Engineering  
Job Type Mechanical Engineer  

Description

Ameriflight, the nation's largest Part 135 Cargo airline is seeking qualified Aviation Maintenance Technicians to help us provide unparalleled service and value for our customers, with the highest dedication to safety, innovation and teamwork.  Ameriflight operates over 170 aircraft with more than 2,000 weekly departures from 16 bases across the United States and Puerto Rico.

BASIC DUTIES

Perform all manner of maintenance on Ameriflight aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer’s recommendations and Federal Aviation Regulations.

  • Inspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems
  • Document work completed per company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Perform minor maintenance on ground support equipment as needed
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Tow aircraft as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE 

  • 1–5 years experience with Ameriflight fleet types; Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120 and Fairchild SA227 series aircraft is preferred
  • Previous experience with PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferred
  • Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be eligible to work in US
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employees
  • Must be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manuals
  • Must be able to work various shifts
  • Positive disposition, professional attitude, professional appearance
  • Ability to obtain airport access badge
  • Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Must be willing and able to travel
  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS 

  • May travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other bases
  • May work outdoors, in weather as necessary
  • May work in close proximity to moving aircraft and machinery
  • May work in a potentially noisy work environment

BENEFITS

Ameriflight strives to provide our employees a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Opportunity for growth
  • Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Company provided Life Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Vacation
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