Aircraft Maintenance Technician - A&P Mechanic

Ameriflight, LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company is seeking Aircraft Mechanics to perform maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of cargo aircraft. Ideal candidates must hold an FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate and possess previous experience with various aircraft types. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and professional integrity while offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Company provided Life Insurance

401K with company match

Opportunity for growth and promotion

Vacation

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Positive disposition and professional appearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on Ameriflight aircraft per regulations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft components.
• Document work completed as per company procedures.

Skills

Maintenance

Inspection

Troubleshooting

Education

FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate

Job description

Description

Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 Cargo airline and the unparalleled leader in scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. Our diversified portfolio of offerings allow major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators and freight forwarders to adapt to the ever-changing demands and speed of a modern air cargo supply chain. We operate over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99 from bases across the U.S.

Basic Duties

Ameriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found find anywhere else.

• Perform all manner of maintenance on Ameriflight 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 Ameriflight fleet types; Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, Saab 340B and GE CT7-9B 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 be able to work various shifts
• Positive disposition, professional attitude, professional appearance
• 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
  
  

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
  
  

Benefits

• Ameriflight strives to provide our employees a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Opportunity for growth and promotion
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company provided Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.