Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Ameriflight, LLC is the nation's largest Part 135 cargo airline and the leading provider of scalable, outsourced aviation services for the regional express airfreight market. Our diverse portfolio enables major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to adapt quickly to the demands of today's fast-moving supply chain.
Operating a fleet of more than 120 aircraft-including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99-Ameriflight delivers reliable service from bases across the U.S.
Benefits Ameriflight strives to provide our employees with a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits
- $24.50 - $42.50 per hour depending on experience and shift
- Opportunity for growth and promotion
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Company provided Life Insurance
- 401K with company match
- Vacation
Basic Duties Ameriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found anywhere else.
- Perform all manner of maintenance on company 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
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- May travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other bases
- Other duties as assigned
Experience - Previous experience with Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, Saab 340B aircraft is preferred
- Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferred
- Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation
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 the U.S. without visa sponsorship
- 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 meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check
- Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks
- Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License and meet all company insurance criteria
- Must be able to work various shifts
Physical Requirements - 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 pounds
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks
Work Environment - May work outdoors, in weather as necessary
- May work near moving aircraft and machinery
- May work in a potentially noisy work environment
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Visa sponsorship, Shift work