Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Smokymountains; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee maintenance operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves coordinating a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and enhancing production efficiency. The Lead Technician will play a crucial role in training staff, maintaining high standards of safety, and ensuring all maintenance activities are executed effectively. If you have a passion for aviation and leadership, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a thriving organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft maintenance and leading a team.
• Knowledge of safety management systems and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize delays and enhance efficiency.
• Train subordinates in proper maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment for maintenance operations.

Skills

Leadership

Aircraft Maintenance

Safety Management

Training and Development

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in aviation maintenance

Tools

Ground Support Equipment

Job description

Please Apply at: Lead Technician in Louisville, Tennessee | Careers at TYS Hangar

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.