Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Rapid Response Team Technician II - 3108

Duncan Aviation; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Geographic Differential

Company Phone

Company Vehicle

Tool Account Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health Savings Account

401(k) Program

In-House Training

Job summary

Duncan Aviation is seeking a Rapid Response Technician II to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft and engine systems on corporate jets. You will work with some supervision, prepare documentation, and travel with a qualified team to client sites across the U.S.

and internationally, providing exceptional 24/7 support. The role requires an A&P certificate, 4+ years corporate aviation maintenance, and prior lead or AOG experience.

Qualifications

• Must have A&P certificate and FAA certification in good standing.
• Minimum four years of corporate aviation maintenance focusing on engine/airframe maintenance.
• Prior lead technician or AOG maintenance experience with corporate flight departments, business jet service providers, MROs or OEMs.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality inspections, servicing, troubleshooting and maintenance on aircraft and engine systems with limited supervision.
• Prepare documents required by policy and FAA regulations; complete discrepancies and corrective actions, SBs and ADs.
• Locate and use technical data; follow instructions and collaborate with shop personnel.

Skills

A&P certificate

Corporate aircraft experience

On-wing inspection

Education

High School Diploma/GED

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The Rapid Response Technician II, with some to limited supervision, assists with inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, repairing and other general tasks related to the maintenance and repair of aircraft and engine systems and components on a variety of corporate aircrafts, using Personal Protection Equipment, in a safe and clean work environment according to manufacturer’s specifications, Duncan Aviation approved procedures, and customer specifications. In addition, this position prepares and completes appropriate documentation and training logs in a timely manner. RII Inspector training completion required within six to nine months. Will perform as a Qualified Inspector within twelve months of hire following training requirements.

The Rapid Response Technician II travels to the customer’s location with a qualified team member to assist in performing (with some to limited supervision) on-wing inspection, troubleshooting, and to repair of engine/aircraft components on various corporate jets across the United States and internationally. This position interacts with customers and collaborates with Duncan team members to provide exceptional customer service and rapid response 24/7. Applicants should have some experience working on these corporate aircraft and engines

• *Applicants must have an A&P certificate
• * Applicants must have experience working on all/any of these engines:
• Honeywell TFE731, CFE738, HTF7000 Series
• Pratt & Whitney 300, 500, 600 & JT15 Series
• Williams FJ44 Series
• GE CF34 Series
• Rolls Royce BR700 Series

Essential Job Functions

1. With some to limited supervision, assists in high quality inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining of aircraft and engine systems and components on a variety of aircraft using proper tooling in a timely, clean, safe and professional manner. Accurately orders required parts as needed.
2. With some to limited supervision, prepares various documents required by Company policy and FAA regulations. Demonstrates proficiency of Duncan Aviation work order system by completing accurate and timely discrepancies and corrective action statements, Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives (AD), and compliance statements.
3. Locates and uses appropriate technical data, follows verbal instructions and accepts directions from other shop personnel when accomplishing assigned maintenance tasks.
4. Assists with developing and maintaining relationships with area customers, communicating with sales and marketing personnel, and monitors the company’s customer database to seek and solicit aircraft/engine service opportunities. Contacts and calls on customer for aircraft, engine, and APU, or other service support work to meet established financial goals. Responds to customer requests and issues regarding aircraft and engine service work.
5. Assists with managing and maintaining adequate and appropriate parts inventory certification, calibration of assigned tooling, working condition and cleanliness of support vehicles.
6. Be available to provide a continuation of service and be a point of contact for internal or external customers before or after scheduled hours of work.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned by Team Leader or Asst. Team Leader.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required
• Must be a fully licensed A&P in good standing with the FAA
• Must have a minimum of four years of Corporate Aviation Maintenance focusing on engine/airframe maintenance experience
• Must have previous Lead Technician or AOG maintenance experience with a Corporate Flight Department, Business Jet Service Provider, MRO or OEM.

Job Specific Requirements

• Licenses/Certificates:Airframe & Powerplant Certificate required; RII Designation eligible. Must have a valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record
• Tools/Equipment:Duncan Aviation does require technicians to have their own basic tools to perform essential functions of the job. Duncan Aviation will provide tool lists for each position to qualifying candidates
• Attendance:Regularly scheduled attendance required; multiple overnight and short notice travel
• Physical:Routinely lifts up to 50 lbs.; occasionally up to 100 lbs.; reads small print; hears sounds associated with mechanical deficiencies; repetitive motion; works with moving parts and vibration; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with component maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet; tolerates standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting
• Environmental:Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and in noisy environments

The typical hourly starting pay range for positions in this job family in the state of Florida follows. Please note that the actual hourly rate may vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, market conditions, location, experience, skill level and shift.

• RRT Technician I: $37.50-44.15/hour
• RRT Technician II: $42.50-50.50/hour
• RRT Technician III: $48.40-57.90/hour

Total compensation includes the following benefits: a comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday), relocation assistance for those who qualify, 401(k) contribution, tool account program, in-house training, and tuition assistance.

Available Benefits

• Moving is expensive and hard work!Relocation Assistanceis available for those that qualify.
• Geographic Differentialfor Rapid Response Teams based on location
• Rapid Response Team Members receive a Company Phone, Laptop & Vehicle to use for work trips
• Duncan AviationoffersTool Account Programsfor technicians who need to purchase additional tools for their work.
• Duncan offers a comprehensiveBenefits Package(Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday) that is available to team members on day one.
• Plan for your medical needs with aHealth Savings Account(employer and employee contributions).
• Save for your future through our401(k) programwhere you can begin contributions within your first 45 days,50% match on first 6% contributed
• Take advantage of a variety ofIn-House Trainingopportunities, or useTuition Assistanceto further your education.