Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Saab 340 Experience Required

inMy Jet; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Company matched 401K

Vacation

Life Insurance

Growth and promotion opportunities

Job summary

Ameriflight in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician with Saab 340 hands-on experience to support our ESCS Charter division. Primary duties include maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and documentation per FAA regs.

Must hold an FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings; be able to read and communicate in English; willing to travel for training and field work as needed. We offer benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience.
• FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with A&P ratings required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on Saab 340 aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components.
• Document all work per company procedures and FAA requirements.
• Travel to other bases for training or temporary support as needed.

Skills

Saab 340 experience

Beechcraft 99/B1900 experience

GE T700/CT7 experience

PT6A PW118 TPE331 experience

Education

FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings

Tools

Airframe and powerplant inspection

Job description

# Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Saab 340 Experience RequiredAmeriflightDallas, TX, USA1 day agoJob descriptionAmeriflight is seeking experienced Saab 340 maintenance professionals to support our growing ESCS Charter division. We currently operate four Saab 340 aircraft based in DFW, with additional growth planned.Please note: This opportunity is exclusively for candidates with prior hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience. Candidates without Saab 340 experience are encouraged to apply for one of our other maintenance opportunities.BenefitsAmeriflight strives to provide our employees with a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits• Pay commensurate with experience• Opportunity for growth and promotion• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits• Company provided Life Insurance• 401K with company match• VacationBasic DutiesAmeriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found anywhere else.• Primary responsibility is supporting the Saab 340 fleet; may provide maintenance support for other fleet types as operational needs require• Perform all manner of maintenance on company 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 assignedExperience• Previous experience with Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, Saab 340B aircraft is preferred• Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferred• Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operationRequirements• 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 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• Must be able to work various shiftsPhysical 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 tasksWork Environment• May work outdoors, in weather as necessary• May work near moving aircraft and machinery• May work in a potentially noisy work environmentWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.