Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Nutrien; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan (401k)

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for corporate aviation operations in Illinois. You will ensure high safety, compliance, and presentation while collaborating across bases to share best practices.

The role requires FAA A&P certification, 8+ years of relevant maintenance experience, and the ability to travel internationally. A strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork is essential in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate is required.
• 8+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience with medium to large business jets preferred, Citation Sovereign beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and maintenance standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; travel-ready.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per FAA regs and manuals.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and documented in maintenance records.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft systems including avionics, engines, hydraulics, and flight controls.
• Inspect, test, and verify serviceability of components and systems.
• Maintain maintenance logs and discrepancy reports.
• Collaborate with bases to share best practices and ensure consistency.
• Travel as required to support operations and hangar duties.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Tools

Maintenance tracking systems

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

Deliver safe, reliable, and schedule-driven aircraft maintenance in support of corporate aviation operations. Ensure aircraft is maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and presentation, while contributing to a unified team across all bases through collaboration, communication, and shared best practices.

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and approved manuals
• Ensure all work is completed safely, accurately, and documented properly in maintenance records
• Diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft systems, including avionics, engines, hydraulics, flight controls, and fuel systems
• Inspect, test, and verify serviceability of aircraft components and systems
• Maintain accurate and complete maintenance logs and discrepancy reports
• Conduct receiving inspections on parts and ensure proper inventory control and traceability
• Support aircraft on-site during maintenance events or AOG situations
• Promote a strong safety culture through active participation and adherence to safety policies
• To be an active member of the Safety management system within the department.
• Collaborate with team members across bases to ensure consistency, knowledge sharing, and best practices
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency
• Travel as required to support operational needs, aircraft movement and hangar duties

What You'll Bring

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• 8+ years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience
• Experience with medium to large business jets is preferred. Currency/Experience on Citation Sovereign is considered beneficial.
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations and maintenance standards
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; willingness to support and learn from others
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid passport with ability to travel internationally
• Proficiency with maintenance tracking systems and general computer applications
• Self-motivated with a positive, safety-first attitude
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role in Illinois is between $91,200 - $143,220. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee. Details will be discussed through the application process.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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