Aircraft Maintenance Technician - DSM

Endeavor Air; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free or reduced travel privileges

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

OPR Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Endeavor Air is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) to perform maintenance and repairs on regional jets, ensuring airworthiness and safety. The AMT will conduct preventive maintenance, inspections, jacking and towing, and maintain accurate data in the Maintenance Data System.

This role requires attention to detail, compliance with FAA regulations, and a strong customer-service mindset. Based at our Des Moines area facility, the AMT must be able to travel internationally within 3

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license is required.
• Professional work experience in aviation maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to travel internationally with passport within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and preventive maintenance of aircraft, components and equipment.
• Determine airworthiness per procedures and FAA regulations.
• Service and inspect aircraft and related equipment.
• Perform aircraft jacking, lifting, towing and manual movement.
• Operate and inspect ground support equipment.
• Perform structural repairs and inspections.
• Document entries in the Maintenance Data System accurately.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• exemplify Endeavor Air Code of Conduct and customer service focus.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Dependability

Ethics and values

Interpersonal skills

Job knowledge

Quality of work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P license

Job description

About Us

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Flying as Delta Connection, Endeavor operates141 regional jets on 750 daily flights to 122 destinations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Endeavor has hub operations in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Minneapolis, New York, and Raleigh-Durham, and 11 maintenance bases across our network.

Our Culture

We know that our people are our greatest assets, and we are committed to building a culture where employees love coming to work each day. At Endeavor Air, we foster a diverse, culturally-rich and safe workplace where employees are treated with dignity and respect. With a culture built on safety, excellence, and teamwork, Endeavor offers limitless potential for aviation professionals looking to start or continue their careers.

Our team promotesan inclusive environmentin all aspects of the airline and our operation. As an EEO employer, we provide opportunities for all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, or disabled status.

Overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible for maintenance and repairs to keep aircraft working safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance and preventive maintenance of aircraft, components and equipment.
• Determine airworthiness of aircraft and components, in accordance with established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Service and inspect aircraft, components and related equipment.
• Perform aircraft jacking, lifting, towing, and manual movement.
• Operate and inspect powered and non-powered ground equipment.
• Perform structural repair, inspects and identifies for prevention and repair.
• Complete aircraft maintenance forms entries and enters data into the Maintenance Data System, ensures entries are accurate and complete.
• Responsible to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Demonstrate behavior in accordance with Endeavor Air Code of Conduct in all Company business dealings and decisions.
• Demonstrate a high level of focus on customer service.

Competencies Required

• COMMUNICATION: Effectively and respectfully communicates with employees and peers
• DECISION MAKING: Makes clear and concise decisions in a timely manner.
• DEPENDABILITY: Reliable in completing assignments and meeting deadlines.
• ETHICS AND VALUES – FOUNDATION OF FLIGHT: Acts in an ethical manner in all work activities, adheres to the core values of Endeavor and acts in line with those values
• INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Works harmoniously and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, and the public.
• JOB KNOWLEDGE: Technically and professionally skilled in all position responsibilities and duties
• QUALITY OF WORK: Effectively and safely completes tasks in a timely manner and ensured high quality output
• SAFETY AWARENESS: Always puts safety first and leads by example

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must hold a valid Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Mechanics license
• Professional work experience in aviation maintenance field preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks with a high degree of attention to detail
• Strong work ethic, reliable, self-motivated with a positive attitude, and customer service oriented
• Ability to travel internationally with the ability to hold a passport required within 3 months of hire; passport expenses are paid for by the employee
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must possess a valid driver's license and if position requires use of company vehicle(s), must be insurable under company insurance coverage

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• A uniform is required; Endeavor Air provides a uniform allowance.
• Safety shoes are required and cost covered by employee.
• Work is performed at the airport, outstations and various repair material vendors.
• Requires contact with staff and business relationships with management staff.
• Required to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime, as necessary.
• Physical exertion such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking and light lifting of boxes, bags, files and electronic equipment not in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to use ladders, work stands, lifts, etc. and be able to work on all areas of the aircraft that may require access during performance of duties.
• Must not have any medical conditions that preclude certification of aircraft run/taxi of company aircraft and vehicles.
• Some travel required.

What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA Status

Hourly

Minimum Position Pay Range

USD $32.00/Hr.

Maximum Position Pay Range

USD $40.20/Hr.