Aircraft Maintenance Technician

5d5 days ago

Breeze Airways

Charleston, US · Full-time · $60,000 – $74,000

About this role

Working at Breeze Airways means committing to bring 'The World’s Nicest Airline' to life through cross-functional teamwork. The Aircraft Maintenance Technician performs maintenance, preventative maintenance, alterations, troubleshooting, run-up and taxi procedures, and signs mechanical flight releases. This role reports to a Line Maintenance Supervisor per FAA regulations and Breeze policies.

Daily duties include performing all assigned maintenance in line with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual while handling parts, units, assemblies, and aircraft carefully. Technicians complete forms, keep documentation current on discrepancies and actions, and submit OJT Task Cards accurately. They maintain safe, clean work areas and account for all tools at task completion.

Breeze operates as the newest, nicest, fastest-growing airline with maintenance bases in multiple cities like Charleston, SC. Certified AMTs play a key role in ensuring safety for team members, guests, and fleet airworthiness. Team members collaborate to uphold values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.

Entry pay is based on experience and criteria, starting at $30.50 hourly for Year 1 up to $37.00 by Year 6, with a $2.00 shift differential for 9:00PM-7:30AM shifts. Technicians notify supervisors of airworthiness issues and achieve performance measures. Opportunities include ongoing training via OJT and diverse duties assigned by leadership.

Requirements

Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions and recent experience on commercial aircraft types
Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
Must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions
Must have authorization to work in the US

Responsibilities

Perform all assigned maintenance duties in accordance with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
Troubleshoot aircraft issues, perform run-up and taxi procedures, and sign mechanical flight releases
Complete all appropriate Breeze forms and documentation for work performed or inspections conducted
Properly handle all parts, units, assemblies, and aircraft while in the repair process
Ensure all documentation is kept current as to open discrepancies and completed corrective actions
Maintain the work area in a safe, clean, and operative condition and account for all tools
Notify the Maintenance Supervisor of any condition that would compromise aircraft airworthiness
Maintain a valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate available for inspection

Benefits

Hourly pay based on experience: $30.50 (Year 1) to $37.00 (Year 6)
$2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM
Join the newest, nicest, fastest growing airline with multiple maintenance bases