Key Lime Air Maintenance Controller

Key Lime Air; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 45,460 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental, and life insurance

Matching 401k up to 4%

Accruing PTO days, up to 18 per year

Flight benefits through ZED program

Job summary

A regional airline company based in the United States is seeking an experienced aviation technician to join their team in Denver. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in a Part 121 operation, and will be responsible for coordinating maintenance actions and troubleshooting technical issues. This role offers a competitive salary of $33.00-$45.00 per hour and includes employer-paid health benefits, PTO, and flight benefits. Applicants must successfully complete a background check and DOT screening.

Qualifications

• 5 years of aviation technician experience preferably in a Part 121 operation.
• Familiarity with Embraer 145’s and Dornier 328’s is preferred.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and DOT screening.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with maintenance, operations, and flight crews.
• Maintain a shift turnover log of communications.
• Coordinate maintenance across all Denver Air Connection routes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Technical troubleshooting

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

We are a growing regional airline based at Denver International Airport with over 27 years of history in the aviation industry as a Part 121 and Part 135 air carrier. Our operations include cargo, private/VIP large cabin charters, and scheduled passenger service under our Denver Air Connection brand.

We operate a fleet of more than 30 aircraft, including Fairchild Metros, Dornier 328 Jets, Embraer E-145LRs, and an Embraer Brasilia. Our growth plans include the continued addition of E-145LRs to our fleet.

Location: Key Lime Air Maintenance Hanger Englewood, CO

Starting Salary: $33.00-$45.00 per hour with A&P License

Schedule:

7 am-7 pm Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday with every other Wednesday off (4, 3, 3, 4)

• Employer paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance for the employee
• Matching 401k up to 4%
• Accruing PTO days, a maximum of 18 days per year
• Flight benefits through ZED program

Key Responsibilities

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be able to communicate with maintenance, stores, operations, flight crews, and dispatchers effectively
• Must be highly organized, experienced in Microsoft Suite tools, and be able to learn/use company programs
• Maintain a shift turnover log of all communications with flight crews, maintenance, and operations
• Coordinate maintenance actions across all Denver Air Connections routes in the continental U.S. including permanently staffed locations and with outsourced maintenance providers
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance and flight crews for troubleshooting
• Plan work scopes for MEL/CDL/NEF/MCI actions in accordance with FAA and company policy
• Coordinate with Stores Department and out-station personnel to ship/track parts requirements for out of service aircraft, maintain stock levels, and manage required items for scheduled maintenance
• Handle multiple tasks at a time and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment
• Read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand procedures, rules and regulations including FAA and company policies
• Reading/navigating electronic maintenance manuals, interpreting FAA guidance, and airworthiness directives

Basic Qualifications

• 5 years aviation technician experience preferably in a Part 121 operation performing line maintenance, letter checks, MEL Clearings, and system/component troubleshooting
• Experienced preferred on Embraer 145’s, Dornier 328’s, and Metroliner 226/227. Experience on similar airframes such as Beechcraft, King Air, Pilatus PC-12, or Embraer 175’s is also valued
• Preferred 2 years aviation experience holding a role outside of a technician such as Stores Department, Quality Assurance, Training, DOM, or other areas within a Maintenance Department
• High school Diploma, GED or equivalent education required
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check
• Successfully pass a DOT Drug and Alcohol screening and be subject to random testing.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States