Maintenance Technician At Eastern Airlines Express curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines Express was launched by seekers, adventurers, and above all fliers. Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly, and attention to detail are what sets us apart from our competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful. This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are critical components of the position. This is a full-time position that will report directly to Maintenance Control with oversight from the Director of Maintenance (DOM). The responsibilities include the day-to-day aircraft maintenance needs of the Company involving a variety of maintenance tasks relating to the Company's aircraft and engines. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a high mechanical aptitude, exemplary work ethic, strong knowledge of line maintenance, and proficient in FAA regulations. Excellent communication skills are required, and the successful candidate must be able to exhibit the values and culture of the company while working in a fast-paced/dynamic environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Monitor maintenance activities and provide supervision of Maintenance Technicians
- Develop and administer technician schedules for those assigned to his or her station
- Coordinate with HR and payroll on related matters for technicians assigned
- Provide supervision and perform maintenance activities as required ensuring strict adherence to accepted or approved manuals
- Assign tasks to technicians under his or her assignment
Completes and provides oversight of technicians to ensure all required paperwork is completed accurately and efficiently.
Promotes teamwork amongst maintenance personnel and flight crews.
Maintains workspaces, materials, and tooling IAW company policies and procedures, industry best practices, and appropriate housekeeping.
Upholds safety and security procedures and awareness.
Has the ability to obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements:- High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) Diploma, or higher.
- A valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
- Ability to successfully pass assessment which demonstrates knowledge of line maintenance under part 121 operations.
- Two (3) years of experience on commercial aircraft in a part 121 environment (Boeing 737 classic experience highly preferred)
- Basic avionics knowledge and skill is highly preferred
- Ability to occasionally travel to airport/aircraft field locations with little or short notice.
- Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lifts, boom lifts, and tractor and/or other maintenance vehicles.
- Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written communication.
- Ability to crawl, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop frequently in confined spaces.
- Ability to work under pressure in a team environment.
- Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets the Company's insurance standards.
Active Passport:- Pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and criminal history records check (CHRC)
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and the Internet
- Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
- Work will include outdoors with seasonal weather.
- Ability to work in elevated areas.
- Position requires extremely strenuous physical work sometimes involving objects in excess of seventy (70) to one hundred (100) pounds.
