Aircraft Maintenance Technician - RSW

Breeze Airways; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental

401K with Breeze match

Generous PTO

Travel on Breeze and partner airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to perform maintenance, preventive tasks, and alterations on Breeze aircraft. Tasks include troubleshooting, run-ups, and signing mechanical flight releases under FAA regulations.

Reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor and participates in safety-driven maintenance with focus on airworthiness and accurate documentation, while supporting Breeze’s values.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current FAA A&P license with no infractions and recent experience on commercial aircraft
• Must be able to read and interpret maintenance manuals/specifications
• Must have valid driver's license and passport with travel ability
• Must be willing to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, holidays
• Must pass DOT pre-employment and TSA checks

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations per Breeze GMM
• Complete Breeze forms and maintain documentation for discrepancies and actions
• Maintain safe, clean, and operative work area and ensure tools accounted for
• Notify supervisors of any condition affecting airworthiness
• Maintain required certifications and assist with additional duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

English fluency

Education

FAA A&P license

Tools

GMM manuals

MIS/TRAX familiarity

Job description

Breeze Airways is the newest, nicest, fastest growing airline with maintenance bases in Hartford, CT (BDL); Akron, OH (CAK); Charleston, SC (CHS); Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL); Fort Myers, FL (RSW); Orlando, FL (MCO); New Orleans, LA (MSY); Norfolk, VA (ORF); Providence, RI (PVD); Provo, UT (PVU); Raleigh, NC (RDU), Tampa, FL (TPA); Vero Beach, FL (VRB)! With opportunities at each location, Breeze AMTs are paid based on years of experience. Year 1: $30.50 Year 2: $31.00 Year 3: $31.50 Year 4: $34.50 Year 5: $36.00 Year 6: $37.00 *$2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible for performing maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alterations of Breeze aircraft, including troubleshooting, performing run-up and taxi procedures, and signing mechanical flight releases. The Aircraft Maintenance Technician reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor and carries out instructions as assigned in accordance with FAA regulations and Breeze policy and procedures. As certified AMTs, you have an important role to ensure the safety of our fellow Breeze Team members and Guests as well as the airworthiness of our fleet.

Here’s what you’ll do

• Perform all assigned maintenance duties in accordance with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
• Responsible and accountable for all work performed
• 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 (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

Here’s what you need to be successful

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
• 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 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 Embraer E-Jet and/or Airbus A220 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 will never request your Social Security Number, Driver’s License or Date of Birth on our job postings.

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.