A&P Aircraft Mechanic (Denver, CO)

Frontier Airlines, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges (employee)

Job summary

Frontier Airlines in Denver is seeking an A&P Aircraft Mechanic to maintain our Airbus A320 fleet in accordance with FAA regulations and Frontier procedures. You will perform aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs that keep our fleet safe and departure-ready at Denver International Airport.

Base pay is $32.00 per hour with additional premiums for licenses, Run/Taxi qualifications, and night shifts.

Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Two (2) years of experience performing maintenance on A320-series or similar large aircraft, or successful completion of an accredited A&P mechanic training course.
• Must obtain taxi and run-up qualification within six months of assignment in Line Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with approved aircraft maintenance work during the scheduled shift.
• Ensure assigned work documents and maintenance records are complete and accurate.
• Complete required on-the-job training to achieve and maintain qualification standards.
• Coordinate activities with the lead mechanic or station supervisor.
• Research information and materials required for scheduled aircraft work.
• Maintain clean maintenance areas and follow clean-as-you-go practices.
• Maintain positive tool-control accountability and ensure tools are removed from aircraft when needed.
• Report lost or found tools to management.
• Follow applicable rules, regulations, and approved procedures for safety.
• Enter required information into aircraft maintenance tracking systems.
• Monitor completion of aircraft records and related documents.
• Make FMIS entries as required.
• Maintain training compliance per GMM 100 Maintenance Training Program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• For Interior Crew assignments, remove and reinstall aircraft interiors.

Education

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Job description

Overview

Join Frontier Airlines in Denver as an A&P Aircraft Mechanic maintaining our Airbus A320 fleet in accordance with FAA regulations and Frontier procedures. You’ll perform aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs that help keep our fleet safe, compliant, and departure-ready. We fly because you make it possible.

Location

Denver International Airport, Denver, Colorado

Employment

Full-time, on-site

Compensation

Base pay: $32.00 per hour

Additional hourly premiums:

• $6.00/hour: Airframe (A) and Powerplant (P) licenses
• $1.00/hour: Run/Taxi qualified after training
• $1.00/hour: Graveyard shift differential

Why you’ll love this role

• Airbus A320 work with real impact: Help keep Frontier aircraft safe, compliant, and ready to fly.
• Build skills and earn more: Complete required training and qualifications with opportunities for additional hourly premiums.
• Be part of the operation: Your work directly supports safe and reliable flight operations at Denver International Airport.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with approved aircraft maintenance work during the scheduled shift.
• Ensure assigned work documents and maintenance records are complete and accurate.
• Complete required on-the-job training to achieve and maintain qualification standards.
• Coordinate activities with the lead mechanic or station supervisor.
• Research information and materials required for scheduled aircraft work.
• Maintain clean maintenance areas and follow clean-as-you-go practices.
• Maintain positive tool-control accountability and ensure personal and company-owned tools are removed from aircraft, engines, appliances, and components.
• Immediately report lost or found tools to management.
• Follow applicable rules, regulations, and approved procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Enter required information into aircraft maintenance tracking systems.
• Comply with procedures required under the MEL/CDL/NEF Program.
• Monitor completion of aircraft records, including logbook pages, work cards, non-routines, engineering documents, and related records.
• Make FMIS entries as required.
• Maintain familiarity with training requirements defined in the GMM 100: Maintenance Training Program and ensure required training is current before performing applicable duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• For Interior Crew assignments, remove, repair, and reinstall aircraft interiors including seats, galleys, lavatories, sidewalls, ceilings, and flooring.

Requirements/Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in areas such as maintenance checks, engine changes, landing gear changes, structural repairs, flight control rigging, or component maintenance on A320-series or similar large aircraft, or successful completion of an accredited A&P mechanic training course.
• When directed by management, must obtain taxi and run-up qualification on all aircraft types within six months of assignment in Line Maintenance.

Interior Crew Mechanic (Airframe): Additional Qualifications

• FAA certificated mechanic with Airframe rating.
• Two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in one or more of the following areas on A320-series or similar large aircraft: maintenance checks, engine changes, landing gear replacement, structural repairs, flight control rigging, or component maintenance, or successful completion of an accredited A&P mechanic training course.
• When directed by management, must obtain taxi and run-up qualification on all aircraft types within six months of assignment in Line Maintenance.
• Must have the ability to complete differences training.
• Must demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company.
• Must have the ability to plan, organize, and administer workloads to subordinates.
• Position requires extremely strenuous physical work involving objects in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and in excess of 50 pounds frequently.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have the ability to complete differences training.
• Must demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company.

Work Sponsorship

We sponsor eligible candidates under the requirements of U.S. TN visas for candidates who are nationals of Canada and Mexico.

Support for work, life and travel

Frontier offers benefits, programs, and travel privileges designed to support eligible employees at work and beyond. Availability may vary by role, employment status, eligibility, location, schedule, applicable policies, and current plan details.

Depending on role and eligibility, available benefits and programs may include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings options
• Paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Travel privileges on Frontier Airlines and participating partner airlines, based on current program rules and availability
• Buddy passes, based on eligibility and program rules
• Travel-related discounts and employee discounts on select products, services, and vendors
• Employee support programs and resources, including the HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ nonprofit organization

Working at Frontier Airlines

At Frontier Airlines, our mission is Make Every Flight Count. Whether you support flights, customers, aircraft, or the teams behind the operation, your work helps deliver a safe, reliable, and value-focused travel experience.

Our work is guided by four core values: customer first, safety always, operational excellence, and one team.

About Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines is a Denver-based airline serving destinations across the United States and select international markets. Our teams span flight crews, airport operations, aircraft maintenance, customer support, corporate functions, and more.

We focus on making travel accessible, practical, and easy to personalize while supporting a safe, reliable, and efficient airline operation.

Additional Information

Please note: This is an evergreen posting that will remain open.

Workplace Policies

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.

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