On-Demand Maintenance Field Representative

Air Wisconsin Airlines; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Air Wisconsin Airlines in Alexandria, LA seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform unscheduled and scheduled line maintenance under direct supervision from Maintenance Control. You will be responsible for safe, timely aircraft support on the ramp and in hangar environments.

Qualifications include FAA Airframe and Power Plant license, high school diploma preferred, and ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant license is required.
• Experience or knowledge of FAR Part 121 air carrier operations is preferred.
• Experience on CRJ 200/700/900 type aircraft is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication abilities in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform unscheduled and scheduled line maintenance.
• Troubleshoot aircraft system discrepancies using approved data.
• Carry out MEL/Deferral procedures and ferries as required.
• Replace components and conduct line maintenance inspections.
• Provide escorted maintenance support and work unsupervised as needed.

Skills

Fluent English

Independent worker

Judgment

Education

FAA A&P license

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary: With direct supervision from Maintenance Control, perform unscheduled and scheduled line maintenance.

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 / hour

Job Functions

• Promotes and fosters a safe and secure operating environment.
• Responds with a sense of urgency to aircraft out-of-service events during flight operations, including weekend and holidays.
• Provides aircraft maintenance on-demand services, including, but not limited to.
  • Troubleshoots aircraft system discrepancies using approved technical data.
  • Performs technical deferral procedures per the air carriers Minimum Equipment List & Configuration Deferral List.
  • Performs and determines safe for ferry flight inspections.
  • Replaces aircraft components as required.
  • Performs low-level scheduled maintenance inspections.
  • Performs unscheduled maintenance inspections related to environmental events.
  • Provides airport escort services for Air Wisconsin technician's which may be dispatched to perform more complex maintenance.
  • Performs all line maintenance functions unsupervised.

Required Competencies

• High level of judgment to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Judgment and initiative are necessary in setting priorities. Must determine if unusual problems with routine procedures require involvement of others.
• Must be able to work independently with no on-site supervision.
• High degree of professionalism and ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.

Education & Experience

Required:

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant license

Preferred:

• Knowledge of FAR Part 121 air carrier operations.
• Experience on MHI CRJ 200 / 700 / 900 type aircraft preferred.
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel

• Hangar/ramp, aircraft; may occasionally be exposed to exhaust from various engines and high noise levels.
• Ability to work nights, shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift 75lbs, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, sit, stand, stoop, frequently in confined spaces.
• Frequent standing/walking/movement required.

Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and/or responsibilities associated with this position. Generally, each job function is considered essential to this position and any incumbent must be capable of performing them.

Qualifications (Additional)

Education: High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications: Power Plant (required), Air Frame License (required)

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