Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

PSA Airlines; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, is seeking a Lead Technician in Charlotte, NC to coordinate the activities of the maintenance department, minimize delays, and improve efficiency. The role is a working member of the maintenance group and reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.

The Lead Technician will direct maintenance activities for up to 18 technicians, train subordinates, maintain work areas and records, and coordinate with the Inspection Department to ensure

Qualifications

• Leadership of maintenance team
• Coordinate maintenance department activities
• Train subordinates
• Maintain clean, safe work areas
• Ensure proper maintenance records
• Coordinate with Inspection Department
• Uphold Safety Risk Management and SMS outputs
• Delegate duties while maintaining overall responsibility

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, layouts and coordinates the activities of the assigned Maintenance Department so as to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.
• The Lead Technician will not be required to lead or direct more than 18 employees.
• Trains and assists subordinates in proper procedures, methods and practices to be followed in each respective duty.
• Maintains the work areas, building, ground support equipment and materials that are utilized for aircraft maintenance in safe, clean and operable condition.
• Makes certain that the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records.
• Properly coordinates between assigned maintenance personnel and the Inspection Department.
• Delegates the duties of the Lead technician. However, such delegation does not relieve the Lead technician of the overall responsibilities.
• Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Overview

Let your career take off with PSA Airlines

About PSA

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members.

At PSA we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard - our foundation for operation. Through our six Winning Behaviors - safe and caring, customer-centric and quality-focused, dependable and ethical, fact-based, focused and flexible, on-time, and cost-conscious – our team members are showing up every day for our customers and each other. Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Lead Technician impacts PSA Airlines' business growth by coordinating the activities of the assigned maintenance department. In directing the operations of the maintenance personnel, will work to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, layouts and coordinates the activities of the assigned Maintenance Department so as to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency. The Lead Technician is a working member of the maintenance group and is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• The Lead Technician will not be required to lead or direct more than 18 employees.
• Trains and assists subordinates in proper procedures, methods and practices to be followed in each respective duty.
• Maintains the work areas, building, ground support equipment and materials that are utilized for aircraft maintenance in safe, clean and operable condition.
• Makes certain that the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records.
• Properly coordinates between assigned maintenance personnel and the Inspection Department.
• Delegates the duties of the Lead technician. However, such delegation does not relieve the Lead technician of the overall responsibilities.
• Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Responsible for the Company\'s Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Specifics

Qualifications