Aircraft Technician

USA
October 15, 2022

Job Description

The Line Aircraft Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this individual contributor role performs all functions in the repair and maintenance of aircraft, which includes dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union represented position.

Key Duties

  • Repair and perform maintenance on aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices.
  • Perform all work in a prompt timely manner, adhering to all attendance reliability policies and procedures.
  • Exercise the authority of an Airman Certificate (Repairman or Airframe and/or Powerplant) in signing the corrective action in maintenance documents or aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, ensuring such is in accordance with Alaska Airlines policies and procedures.
  • Act as cockpit coordinator, when assigned, to ensure safe operation of aircraft systems (e.g., flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck.
  • Ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly work area is maintained at all times.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

  • Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
  • Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
  • Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.
  • Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
  • Must have a valid and operable driver’s license.
  • Flexible 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.

Preferred

  • 2 or more years of aircraft technician experience.
  • 2 or more years of college.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

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