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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for all facets of the preventive maintenance and repair of airplanes to ensure aircraft are airworthy and all technical aspects are documented properly.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned from time to time.

• Performs tasks associated with meeting aircraft at transit stations, including checks on aircraft maintenance logs, and responding to discrepancies entered in the logbook
• Performs routine and non-routine maintenance on aircraft
• References all Maintenance Manuals- Illustrated Parts Catalog, Structural Repair Manual, Component Maintenance Manuals, and the wiring diagrams to perform work on aircraft
• Completes required paperwork accurately using procedures set forth in the General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
• Uses only approved and certified hardware, parts, and equipment to be installed or used on aircraft
• Maintains Amerijet facilities and equipment as directed by the Leadership team 
• Upholds safety and security awareness of Team members and assets
• Obtains and maintains special qualifications such as Quality Control RII, Airworthiness release, taxi run up, CAT III authorization, and Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM).
• Assures that work is accomplished in the best workmanship manner and that an airworthy condition exists on all work performed by them.
• Notifies their leader immediately of any condition that may arise that could present a problem of parts, materials, airworthiness or workmanship.
• Has sufficient hand tools to perform his duties as required
• Is responsible to the Director of Maintenance for the accom­plishment of all work assigned to him in accordance with policies and procedures established by Amerijet, Manufacturer and the FAA.
• Technician may be required to instruct less experienced employees and shall be responsible for the work of any unlicensed technician working with him.
• The Director of Quality Control may delegate the licensed technician for the Clearing and Signing-Off of Items that were inspected by him.  The technician must assure that in clearing any item within the inspection category, he has not in any way performed or accomplished the subject work.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Two or more years of experience working as an aircraft maintenance technician. Preferably Boeing 767/757/777 qualified with certification and training records.
• Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift and tractor and/or other maintenance vehicles
• Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals
• Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written communication
• Ability to frequently crawl, bend, kneel, climb, stoop and work in confined spaces
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets Amerijet’s insurance standards.
• Ability to remain alert to moving vehicles, aircraft and situational awareness
• Available for travel 
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
• Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets Amerijet’s insurance standards
• Willingness to work 8-hr or 10-hr shift covering 24/7
• Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in Avionics electronic systems.  
• Have B767 taxi-run up qualifications. 
• Understanding of wiring diagrams and schematics

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice
• Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the Amerijet culture, that is, exhibit the Amerijet values
• Promote Amerijet’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting Amerijet’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy, and behavioral standards
• Identify safety concerns, issues, incidents, or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
• Adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures, and risk controls
• Upholding Amerijet’s safety performance metric goals and understanding how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
• Consistently follows Company policies and procedures (including governmental and safety) and departmental Standard Operating Procedures

• Computer and other office equipment
• Obtain tools listed on the Minimum Tool List within thirty (30) days of employment
• Operate lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift and tractor after attending training
• Issued reflective safety vest, ear protection and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to use handheld two-way radios, headsets and/or phone

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position will not have direct reports but will require overseeing shift activities and providing training for new team members.

The employee must possess good interpersonal and communications skills, be able to effectively work with others, respond to questions from managers and co-workers.

Physical Activities and Requirements of the Position:

The employee is regularly required to stand, frequently required walk, use hand to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear.
 Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Required to work in confined spaces. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; move about the facility. 

Must be able to work well under pressure and in extreme climatic conditions. 

This position may require limited travel incl. outside of the USA.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Exposed to high levels of noise, dust, vibration and chemical fumes.
• Able to lift 50 pounds without mechanical assistance.
• Able to bend, twist, squat and lift.  
• Able to access and work in all areas of the aircraft, including confined areas.
• Able to climb on ladders and platforms and work at heights up to fifty feet from the ground.
• Able to work in extreme climatic conditions.

Acknowledgment:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, and skills required of an employee in this position. Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. reserves the right to request that other tasks be performed when warranted (for example, by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, corporate reorganization, or technical development). Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. also reserves the right to revise this job description.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regards to race, color religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factors under federal, state or local law. Any applicant requiring assistance with our online application process or who needs accommodation for the application process due to a disability, should send an e-mail to ADAapps@amerijet.com. 

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