Maintenance Technician

inMy Jet; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Aviation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain aircraft, components, and related parts per FAA requirements and manufacturer manuals. The role requires performing inspections, repairs, and overhaul tasks while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Applicants should hold an A&P license and have 3–5 years of maintenance experience, with a college degree preferred. The position may involve travel and requires strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A&P license required or current certification.
• 3–5 years of aircraft maintenance/control experience preferred.
• College degree with applicable focus preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhaul, maintenance, and repair of airframe components, powerplants, and related equipment per manuals and FAA requirements.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections and address discrepancies.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and ensure proper tagging of removed parts.
• Process paperwork and sign for completed work.
• Provide support to Ground Operation Technicians and travel as required.

Skills

A&P license

Maintenance experience

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

College degree in a related field

Tools

Aircraft common tools

Aircraft test equipment

Job description

Job descriptionPosition SummaryA Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all aircraft, its components and parts as outlined on applicable work forms in accordance with Thrive Aviation policies and procedures, manufacturer’s manuals, and FAA requirements. A Maintenance Technician is key to the success of the operation and must perform regular inspections and ensure consistency in their work to meet Thrive Aviation’s quality and safety expectations.Duties and Responsibilities• Technicians working on aircraft, components or related parts of aircraft are responsible for performing work outlined on applicable work forms in accordance with Thrive Aviation policies and procedures, manufacturer’s manuals, and FAA requirements.• Overhaul, maintenance, and repair of airframe components, power plants, aircraft communication, navigation equipment, and associated components in accordance with Thrive Aviation manuals, manufacturer’s manuals, bulletins, and orders.• Perform pre- and post-flight inspections and clear any discrepancies found during an inspection.• Ensure that the appropriate tag is attached to all parts removed from an aircraft in accordance with Thrive Aviation policy.• Technicians, in performing their duties, are required to be constantly alert for defective, worn, or failed parts as well as safe working conditions.• Proper execution of an Airworthiness Release.• Responsible to sign for the accomplishment of work on applicable work forms and records.• Responsible for keeping the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.• Will be assigned to such housekeeping duties as policing their work and/or repair area as well as maintenance of company property.• Process all necessary paperwork as mandated by regulation.• Carry out assigned work in an expeditious manner, exercising sound judgement in executing each work project.• Provide support to Ground Operation Technicians.• Some travel may be a requirement.• Other duties as assigned by managementRequirementsPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform required duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:• Must be able to walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces up to three (3) hours per day and sit for up to five (5) hours per day.• May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. to the height of 4 feet and up to 20 lbs. to a height of 7 feet.• May be required to carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds.• On occasion, you must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.• Must be able to routinely climb / descend stairs.Work Environment• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while in an outdoor environment.• The work environment will include a variety of climates as some duties will be performed in hangar space that is not temperature controlled.• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be extremely loud.Experience & QualificationsThe most successful candidate in the position will meet most, if not all, of the following criteria.• Current A&P License required.• 3-5 years of maintenance control experience preferred.• A college degree with applicable focus preferred.• Highly organized with acute attention to detail accompanying good project and time management skills.• Expert level verbal, written, and computer skills while maintaining a professional demeanor and appearance.• Expert-level knowledge of 14 CFR Part 135 maintenance requirements and regulations.• Must be a team player.• Must be able to work well under pressure.• Working knowledge of OSHA and company requirements.• Knowledge of safe working techniques and procedures.• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.• Effective interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a team.• In-depth knowledge of flight line operations, aircraft/vehicle movement, and safety/hazards.• Advanced knowledge of aircraft common and special tools and test equipment, aircraft technical orders/job guides/ publications and schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publications, aircraft engine, landing gear, and flight control systems