Senior Aircraft Mechanic Jobs in Puerto Rico (NOW HIRING)

 About Tradewind:

Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases at the Waterbury/Oxford, CT (OXC), Westchester, NY (HPN), Stuart, FL (SUA) and San Juan, PR (SJU) airports. Founded by aviation enthusiasts in 2001 on the premise that all flights deserve the highest quality aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides personal air travel—both private and scheduled service—throughout North America and the Caribbean. 

For more details visit www.flytradewind.com

About the Candidate/Role

Tradewind Aviation is looking for a Level 3 Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Aircraft Mechanic to work out of our base location in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The A&P Mechanic will use their troubleshooting, diagnostic, and mechanical skills to maintain, inspect, and overhaul aircraft engines, complex systems, and structural airframe components. The ideal A&P Aircraft Mechanic is detail-oriented, has strong and diverse troubleshooting and mechanical skills, is always safety-conscious, and enjoys continuously learning and improving their skills as well as sharing their knowledge with others. Must be flexible with work schedules as business needs require and be able to work on weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions 

• Senior-level licensed technician on first shift, capable of handling more complex maintenance tasks independently. 
• Perform all airframe and powerplant scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on our fleet of turboprop aircraft to ensure operational reliability and on-time completion 
• Continuously adhere to and ensure all work performed meets all Company safe work practices, FAA safety standards, and applicable operational regulations 
• Read, interpret, apply and perform technical manual instructions 
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and hydraulic system malfunctions using industry standard methods and diagnostic equipment 
• Perform detailed inspections of aircraft 
• Remove worn or defective parts and install new or repaired components 
• Maintain precise records and logs of all maintenance work performed, adhering to FAA regulations 
• Perform maintenance and repairs on hangar equipment
• Ability to arrive and be ready to work on time. 
• Perform other assigned duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• 5+ Years as an A&P Mechanic.  
• Experience with diagnosing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing all Pilatus PC-12's required. 
• Ability to read and interpret technical manual information, and apply and perform technical instructions 
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills  
• Valid US Driver’s License + Clean Driving Record
• Valid passport without travel restrictions
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to train.
• Maintain an adequate personal set of tools.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various parts of the United States, Caribbean, and Canada for periods of days to weeks as required for training, repairs or other business needs. 
• Must successfully pass all required pre-employment screenings, including DOT and criminal background checks, in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations. 

Physical Requirements

• Brief or prolonged periods of various physical stamina and dexterity as repair assignments require, including stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, push, pull, grip, pinch  
• Must be able to lift 75lbs 
• Work in confined spaces 
• Work under pressure including but not limited to multiple urgent priorities, unanticipated complications or delays, and meeting deadlines 
• Work may be performed in a maintenance hangar with the door open or closed, or outdoors on a tarmac, with exposure to all seasonal weather elements of varying heat, cold, wind and precipitation 
• Potential exposure to environmental factors such as aircraft and exhaust fumes      

Tradewind Aviation offers a competitive pay and benefits program for full-time team members:

• Comprehensive health and voluntary insurance plans
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Standby travel on select Tradewind Aviation scheduled flights
• Discounted standby travel benefits on numerous major and regional US and international airlines
• A rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and advancement throughout the organization