Maintenance Technician (Flight Operations)

ACI Jet; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

ACI Jet is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform and support maintenance on our fleet. This role involves hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordination with flight operations to return aircraft to service quickly and safely.

Applicants should have a valid A&P license, 2+ years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position is on-site and requires physical capability and reliability for on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• A&P license is required and must be current.
• Must have 2+ years in aircraft maintenance operations.
• Experience with troubleshooting and use of maintenance manuals and parts catalogs.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with maintenance tasks per ACI Jet's procedures.
• Coordinate with hangar supervisors to ensure safe repair and return to service.
• Complete and document maintenance forms electronically.
• Develop and maintain maintenance due lists for inspections.
• Debrief flight crew during preflight and post-flight as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and comply with SQMS program.

Skills

A passion for aviation

Team player

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Self-starter

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Aviation Maintenance Software

Aircraft maintenance manuals

Job description

Description

Passionate about aviation? So are we! "Aviators Doing Aviation" is more than a trademark; it's at the core of what we do.

Description

Passionate about aviation? So are we! "Aviators Doing Aviation" is more than a trademark; it's at the core of what we do.

Do you enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where you can truly impact the mission? Do you strive for a feeling of accomplishment and success? Would the same routine everyday bore you? Then think about being on our Flight Operations Maintenance team, where you’re a valued and recognized component of our success. Our Flight Operations maintenance techs receive factory training on our aircraft, have the ability to attend industry conferences as a team, and enjoy industry-leading compensation.

We strive for excellence in everything we do, including our work culture. We commit to a positive work environment for all of our employees, and encourage their personal and professional development. If you’re looking to join a team that is characterized by qualities like professionalism, integrity, intelligence, persistence, and enthusiasm. ACI Jet is the place for you. We value our team, and know how to have fun in the process.

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing, assisting, and advising on all assigned maintenance activities of ACI Jet aircraft. These activities must be done while maintaining a positive and productive relationship with ACI Jet’s employees, vendors and clients by personally performing these duties or through subordinate staff members. The Flight Operations Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Director of Maintenance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned as required by management):

• Completing tasks assigned to himself / herself in accordance with the procedures set forth in ACI Jet’s Air Carrier Operations Manual (ACOM).
• Coordinate with ACI Jet hangar supervisors and Flight Operations to ensure a safe and efficient repair and return to service of ACI Jet aircraft.
• Comply with all FAR’s, Operations Specifications, Company Policies, and Company Procedures.
• Ensuring that the appropriate technical data is available during the performance of maintenance, preventive maintenance and alteration activities.
• Ensure the shop premises are maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
• Ensure that all maintenance or alteration processes are appropriately completed and documented electronically on the maintenance forms as set forth in ACI Jet’s ACOM.
• Develop and maintain maintenance due lists for inspection and repair scheduling with the repair station.
• Monitor daily activities for ACI Jet’s Flight Operations maintenance department by receiving calls from the field regarding unscheduled maintenance.
• Perform debriefs with flight crew during preflight and post flight, as required.
• Towing aircraft, taxiing aircraft and performing run ups in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Ensures completion of all aircraft servicing functions including but not limited to: oxygen/nitrogen service, oil and hydraulic fluid checks, etc.
• Submits all required work orders, reports, and other forms to the appropriate company authority in an organized and timely manner.
• Maintains a close, productive, and beneficial relationship with ACI Jet managers, peers, colleagues, manufacturer’s representatives, repair facilities, and the FAA.
• Ensures the safety and quality of all assigned duties and responsibilities by actively and positively participating in ACI Jet’s SQMS program.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Required

• A passion for aviation.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid A&P License.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in aircraft maintenance operations.
• Actual work experience must include troubleshooting, use of specialized tools, ground support equipment, and the use of aircraft maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, technical reports and forms.
• Must be familiar with aircraft logbook procedures and computer based aircraft maintenance tracking systems.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work as a part of a team in a high stress, fast paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance.
• Must be highly motivated, detail oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be computer proficient (MS Office, Aviation Maintenance Software).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, kneel, squat, and stand for extended periods.
• Must have your own tools and toolbox.
• Must be available to be on call if required.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to read, write, and speak English at an advanced level.

Highly Desirable

• Formal Bombardier, Gulfstream, and/or Cessna factory training.
• College or Technical degree preferred.

Other

Maintenance Technicians may be required to perform on-call duties and will require the candidate to travel without notice, including performing work on nights, weekends, and holidays. This position is a DOT Safety Sensitive position which will require placement in a random drug test pool.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ACI Jet is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship; contact HR for details.

Pay: $30 - $60/hr | DOE