Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead - CHS

Breeze Airways™; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time

Health Savings Account with Breeze 401

401K with Breeze Employee Match

Generous PTO

Travel on Breeze and other Airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Charleston to lead AMT activities, supervise technicians, and ensure maintenance tasks meet Breeze's GMM and safety standards. The role involves coordinating with MOC, handling documentation, and maintaining airworthiness through compliant practices.

The Lead AMT must hold an FAA A&P license, have 5+ years of aviation maintenance experience, and be able to travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must hold a current FAA A&P license
• 5+ years of aviation maintenance experience
• Ability to read/interpret aircraft maintenance manuals
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have valid passport and be able to travel
• Authorized to work in the US
• Willing to work varying shifts and overtime
• Willing to travel up to 20%
• Able to obtain/maintain SIDA badge
• Able to read/write/speak English
• Able to pass DOT pre-employment drug test and Breeze background check

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, or assign work to AMTs under supervision
• Ensure maintenance work follows Breeze GMM and policies
• Be accountable for all work at the local station
• Communicate with MOC about aircraft status
• Complete Breeze forms for assigned work
• Handle parts and assemblies during repair
• Keep documentation up to date about discrepancies and actions
• Document maintenance work and inspections accurately
• Submit OJT Task Cards on time
• Maintain safe, clean, and operative work area with tools
• Care for tooling and equipment
• Notify supervisor of any airworthiness issues
• Maintain valid A&P or Repairman certificate
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

Microsoft Office

Fluent English

Oral & written communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

FAA A&P license

Degree in Aerospace/Aviation Maintenance or Business (preferred)

Tools

TRAX

Job description

The Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible for assigning, leading, directing, or approving work of other AMT’s under his/her supervision and participates in the performance of work as required. The Lead AMT reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor and carries out instructions as assigned in accordance with FAA regulations and Breeze policy and procedures.

Starting Pay is $39.00 per hour for AMT Leads.

$2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM

Here’s what you’ll do

• Assigns, leads, and directs the work of AMT’s under his/her supervision

• Ensures that all work performed and maintenance duties are in accordance with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and company policy and procedures

• Responsible and accountable for all work performed at the local station

• Communicates with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) with aircraft status

• Complete all appropriate Breeze forms on all work assigned and performed

• Properly handle all parts, units, assemblies, and aircraft while in the repair process

• Ensure that all documentation is kept current as to open discrepancies and completed corrective actions

• Complete all associated and required documentation for all maintenance work performed or inspections conducted accurately and correctly

• Submit personal OJT Task Cards on time and accurately

• Maintain the work area in a safe, clean, and operative condition and ensure all tools are accounted for at completion of all assigned tasks

• Properly care for and use tooling and equipment used for aircraft maintenance

• Notify the Maintenance Supervisor and all other appropriate Team Members of any condition that would compromise the airworthiness of Breeze aircraft

• Maintain a valid Airframe & Powerplant i(A&P) Certificate, or Repairman Certificate, and keep the certificate available for inspection by the FAA, NTSB, or Breeze Supervisor/Manager

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by Maintenance Leadership, MOC, and/or DOM

• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement

• Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions and recent experience on commercial aircraft types

• 5+ years of aviation maintenance experience maintaining commercial aircraft

• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions

• Must have the authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

• Must be flexible and willing to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed

• Must be willing to travel 20% of the time

• Must be willing to work with other departments within the company as needed

• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test

• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding and working knowledge of FAA regulations including FAR part 121 operations

• Experience maintaining Airbus A220 & Embraer E-Jet family aircraft

• Familiar with an airline Maintenance Information System (MIS) such as TRAX

• Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance or Business Degree preferred

Skills/Talents

• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Must be fluent in English

• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds (with assistance as needed)

• Climb ladders, work stands, and aircraft structures, and work at elevated heights

• Work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and varying weather conditions on the ramp or in the hangar

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach for extended periods

• Frequent use of hands and arms to operate tools and handle components, requiring manual dexterity

• Adequate vision to inspect closely and hearing to detect unusual sounds; exposure to noise and fumes

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time

• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match

• 401K with Breeze Employee Match

• Generous PTO

• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.