Aviation - A & P Maintenance Technician

This position is located in Portland, Maine. Relocation assistance considered.

Northeast Air (NEA), located at Portland International Jetport, is a world class, full-service FBO (Fixed Based Operator), with 50 years of experience handling aircraft maintenance and services – fueling, deicing, ground handling, full concierge, and more. We take pride in understanding the needs of today’s private and corporate clientele and strive to provide better travel experiences through our love of aviation.

We are a diverse company of dedicated and highly skilled employees, providing a safe, secure, and enjoyable working environment. Our employees are guided by NEA Core Values: Consistency, Resourceful, Positive Outlook, Personable, and Dedicated.

If you have the skills and passion, and are looking for a career in aviation, we want to talk to you!

Position Overview:

The A&P Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, as well as various inspections on general aviation, turbo prop, and corporate business jet aircraft including Pilatus, Citation, and King Air. Also provides line maintenance for airlines at Portland International Jetport (PWM).

Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspection of aircraft.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned to help NEA attain corporate goals.

Requirements:

• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification required.
• Troubleshooting skills and knowledge of aircraft mechanical and electrical system functions.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations and inspection procedures.
• Ability to pass a DOT FAA pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and written.
• Computer proficiency and working knowledge of spreadsheets.
• Ability to function well while maintaining accuracy under pressure and time constraints.
• Flexibility, as needed, to accommodate external and internal customer needs.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Willingness to accept various shift assignments to include nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Possess organizational skills, active listening skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining aircraft post A&P certification preferred.
• Experience with airline aircraft line maintenance preferred.
• Experience with avionics line maintenance preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Ability to lift aircraft components up to 75 lbs.
• Physical activity requires walking, climbing, bending, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and stooping.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have with Honeywell Avionics products?
• Will you be able to relocate to be within reasonable commuting distance from Portland, Maine?

Experience:

• Pilatus: 2 years (Preferred)
• Aircraft maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Airframe & Powerplant Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road