Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Avelo Airlines, Inc.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Avelo Airlines, Inc. is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team in New Haven, CT. You will ensure safe, compliant, on-time maintenance of Avelo aircraft at line maintenance level with clear ownership of the aircraft when on duty.

We value teamwork, safety, and effective communication as part of delivering a great customer experience. Regulatory compliance and problem-solving are key daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required.
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and troubleshooting; MEL/CDL procedures.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work outside in inclement weather.
• Must be able to work shift work, weekends and holidays.
• Possible travel for training up to 25% away from base.
• Must provide own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an understanding of the maintenance program.
• Coordinate and execute scheduled and unscheduled workloads.
• Own the aircraft while on duty.
• Maintain open communication with Team Leads, Maintenance Control and Pilots.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Structural Repair Manual conditional use and damage assessment.
• Participate in the Safety Management System (SMS) program and promote a 'Safety Always' culture.
• Understand FAA regulatory requirements as they pertain to planning tasks daily.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Troubleshooting MEL/CDL

Crew leadership / mentoring

Strong communication

Shift work flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

We are seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians who want to join our team as we build a culture of passionate commitment to execution, simplicity, and customer loyalty at Avelo Airlines. We are a brand-new, high value/low fare airline growing throughout the U.S. You will have a key role in creating an airline our Crewmembers are proud of because we deliver a great customer experience with execution our customers know they can count on.

Purpose:

As an Avelo Aircraft Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the safe, compliant, on-time and efficient maintenance of Avelo aircraft at the line maintenance level. This is achieved by coordinating and executing aircraft maintenance, open transparent communication, and maintaining safety and compliance as Avelo’s first line of defense. The Technician will foster and develop teamwork and leadership that embraces our company's \"Purpose, Vision, and Values\"

Responsibilities:

• Maintain an understanding of the maintenance program


• Coordinate and execute scheduled and unscheduled work loads


• Assume 'ownership' of the aircraft while on duty


• Maintain open communication with Team Leads, Maintenance Control and Pilots


• Demonstrated knowledge of Structural Repair Manual conditional use and damage assessment


• Participate in the Safety Management System (SMS) Program and promote a 'Safety Always' culture


• Understands compliance of FAA Regulatory requirements as it pertains to planning tasks against aircraft daily

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent


• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required


• Knowledge of aircraft systems and troubleshooting and MEL/CDL procedures


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. for a distance of 10 feet


• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather


• Must be able to work shift work, weekends, and holidays


• Possible travel for training, deployment and/or issue resolution up to 25% away from base


• Must provide own hand tools to meet minimum company tool list


• Possesses strong critical thinking and problem-solving/troubleshooting skills


• Ability to clearly lead, mentor and instruct other Crew Members


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Current and Valid Driver’s License required


• Must have the authority to work in the U.S as defined in the Immigrations Act of 1986


• Must be able to complete a background check and pre-employment drug screen

X-FACTORS:

• 3 years of experience on different types of aircraft with 10 or more seat with an air carrier or certificated repair station preferred


• Boeing Systems Fam courses preferred


• 737 Line maintenance preferred

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, etc.).

Avelo is an equal opportunity employer.