Experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

401k match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Flightcheck Commercial Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Chicago, IL to perform line maintenance in accordance with FAA and customer standards. You will troubleshoot and repair aircraft systems, read maintenance manuals, and ensure airworthiness while maintaining safety and customer service quality.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid A&P license, and at least 2 years of AMT experience; strong reading of English and ability to interpret technical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid A&P license and State Driver’s License.
• Minimum 2 years of AMT experience required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English and interpret technical data.

Responsibilities

• Perform line maintenance per company, FAA, customer standards.
• Troubleshoot engines, landing gear, hydraulics, airframes, electrical, and oxygen systems.
• Replace system components as required to maintain airworthiness.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals and documents.
• Maintain safety, quality, and reliability in all tasks.
• Occasional travel and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Skills

A&P Certification

AMT experience

Technical reading

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Flightcheck Commercial Aviationwas founded in 2004 and is now one of the largest Commercial Line Maintenance providers. We provide technical handling, aircraft de-icing and limited ground handling for over 25 Domestic and International Airlines. Flightcheck provides workplace stability, Affordable comprehensive benefits and development/training opportunities for you to grow your career with us!

We are currently seeking exceptional individuals for ourAircraft MaintenanceTechnicianteam inChicago, IL!

**Individuals with military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply! Strong consideration is given to applicants with military history.

The Aircraft Mechanic will perform aircraft line maintenance activities in accordance with company, FAA, other regulatory, and customer standards. Responsible for accomplishing unscheduled/scheduled maintenance; to include, troubleshooting engines, landing gear, hydraulic systems, airframes, electrical systems, and oxygen systems. Remove and replace various system components, as required.

What we offer:

• Pay up to $47 per hour- Based on experience
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Full comprehensive and affordable benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k with a company match
• Paid vacation and holiday pay
• In-house certification opportunities
• Family oriented culture
• Stable work environment with continuous development and training opportunities to help you grow your career with us!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all aircraft maintenance activities in accordance with Flightcheck’s RSM, QCM, customers’ procedures, FARs, and all other applicable rules and regulations
• Accomplish job functions to the highest safety, quality, reliable, and efficient standards
• Complete aircraft maintenance work assignments to the highest standards to ensure aircraft airworthiness
• Able to read, interpret, and comply with all aircraft maintenance manuals and other maintenance documents to complete work assignments
• Must be customer service-oriented
• Ensure all company, customer, and regulatory documents are complete and accurate
• Properly use and operate support equipment in performance of assigned duties, i.e., servicing units, jacks, lifts, calibrated tooling, etc
• Occasional travel
• Perform other duties as they are assigned

Requirements:

• Musthave a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Musthave a valid A&P and State Driver’s License
• Musthave a minimum of 2 years' experience as an AMT
• Mustbe able to read, write and understand English and the ability to interpret technical data and special operating instructions
• Mustbe able to lift and move up to 70 pounds
• Mustbe able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Mustbe able to climb ladders ranging from 6 to 10 feet tall

Preferred, but not required:

• B737MAX
• B767-200/300
• B747-400/-8
• B777-200/300
• B787-8/9/10
• A350-900/1000
• Potential exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. You will often be exposed to various weather elements as well
• The noise level in the work environment is typically loud

Flightcheck is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.