Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 Cargo airline and the unparalleled leader in scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. Our diversified portfolio of offerings allow major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators and freight forwarders to adapt to the ever-changing demands and speed of a modern air cargo supply chain. We operate over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99 from bases across the United States.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Basic Duties
Ameriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found anywhere else.
Perform all manner of maintenance on Ameriflight aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer’s recommendations and Federal Aviation Regulations.
Inspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems
Document work completed per company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations
Maintain a clean and safe work area
May travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other bases
Other duties as assigned
Experience
Previous experience with Ameriflight fleet types; Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227 and Saab 340 aircraft is preferred
Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferred
Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation
Requirements
Must have Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employees
Must be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manuals
Must be able to work various shifts
Positive disposition, professional attitude, professional appearance
Must meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check
Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks
Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteria
Physical Requirements
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Ability to perform repetitive tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
May work outdoors, in weather as necessary
May work near moving aircraft and machinery
May work in a potentially noisy work environment
Benefits
Ameriflight strives to provide our employees a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits
Competitive Salary
Opportunity for growth and promotion
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Company provided Life Insurance
401K with company match
Vacation
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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