A&P Relief Aviation Maintenance Technician - South East

Metro Aviation Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Retention bonus $5,000

Health & Life Insurance

Job summary

Metro Aviation, Inc. seeks an experienced A&P Relief Aviation Maintenance Technician to service EC135, EC145, B407, AS350 platforms in the Southeast. Includes a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a $5,000 retention bonus.

The role requires maintaining aircraft to airworthiness standards and coordinating with Maintenance leadership across bases. Full-time, 20 days on/10 days off, 100% travel including weekends. Strong knowledge of FARs, project coordination, and on-call availability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.
• Inspection Authorization and/or FAR 135 experience a plus.
• Minimum 3 years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft in safe, airworthy condition per MAI and FARs.
• Coordinate maintenance schedule with PM/Hangar Manager.
• Provide after-hours on-call support and quick response times.
• Document discrepancies and maintain accurate logs and data.

Skills

Communication

Sound judgment

Maintenance proficiency

FARs knowledge

Mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma

FAA A&P Certificate

IA / FAR 135 a plus

Job description

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a skilled and experiencedA&P Relief Aviation Maintenance Technician (EC135,EC145,B407,AS350) in the Southeast.

*$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

*$5,000 Retention Bonus*

*Subject to offer letter terms and policy*

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Our customers can safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Our employees can exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• The Company can ensure its financial stability.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Objective

The A&P Relief Aviation Maintenance Technician ensures company aircraft are maintained in a safe and airworthy condition in accordance with the airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, and Metro Aviation, Inc.'s policy and procedure.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a close liaison with theRegional Maintenance Manager, Hangar Manager or Program Lead AMT when assigned to a specific project to providecurrent status of aircraft and forecast downtime
• Perform aircraft maintenance including inspection, modification, maintenance, and repair of aircraft, airframe, rotors, propellers, engines, and appliances in accordance with the procedures in the MAI General Operations Manual, Approved Aircraft Inspection Program, Manufacturer’s documentation, applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, and other approved data sources
• Communicate, plan and coordinate with the Hangar Manager or Program Lead AMT the schedule of maintenance for the aircraft considering such factors as workflow, location of equipment, facilities, tools, parts, supplies and job requirements
• Provide after-hours maintenance/on-call support for the base(s) as required
• Ensure discrepancies are accurately documented and addressed during maintenance and inspections
• Take complete ownership and responsibility for each aircraft assigned to inspect, maintain and repair
• Maintain the hangar and all work areas to the standards Metro Aviation policy and procedure requires
• Prepare and submit materials requests and inventory usage reports as directed. Ship and receive inventory to the base and store, care for an audit base inventory
• Maintain company-owned local Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Ensure all necessary aircraft documents and MAI documents are completed and maintained in accordance with applicable 14 CFR Regulations and company policies
• Perform inspections on all incoming parts and materials immediately upon arrival
• Ensure parts with a shelf life limit are removed from inventory prior to expiration
• Request Secondary Maintenance Checks following any maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs or alterations
• Ensure all company-owned and personal-owned calibrated tools are kept up to date on the company-calibrated tool tracking log for their assigned base or location
• Provide prompt after-hours on-call maintenance support, ensuring a response to calls within 15 minutes and arrival at the base within 1 hour, in accordance with Metro Aviation's standards and initial INDOC/OJT training
• Perform the duties and functions of the Field Based AMT, or the functions of the Hangar Based AMT, when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Proficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair
• A thorough knowledge of FARS, the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and other pertinent information
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Inspection Authorization and/or FAR 135 experience a plus
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experience

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
• Climbing heights on various equipment
• Lifting up to 50 or more pounds
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required

Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible
• Moderate to loud noise level
• Driving a company vehicle, a personal vehicle for company use, or other equipment

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

• Full-time
• Schedule 20 days on and 10 days off
• Provide after-hours maintenance on-call support in accordance with assigned schedule/rotation
• Overtime necessary depending on workload
• Responsible for AOG events
• This position requires 100% travel, including weekends and holidays, overnight travel is expected

*Metro Aviation, Inc. does not have a Visa Sponsorship program at this time*

Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.