The Aircraft Technician reports directly to the Director of Maintenance. Under supervision, maintains the fleet according to FAA, Manufacturer’s, and FAA Approved Maintenance programs and recommendations. Diagnoses mechanical difficulties and determines the necessity of repair. Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the aircraft. Maintains records in accordance with FAA regulations. Repairs and maintains ground support and hangar equipment.
Essential Functions
- Assists in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with FAA and manufacturer’s specifications consistent with NexGen Flight Solutions policies and procedures.
- Assists in the removal and installation of aircraft components in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and in compliance with FAA requirements.
- Ensures the optimal operational status and reliability of company aircraft.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date aircraft maintenance records in accordance with FAA requirements and company policies and procedures.
- Opens and monitors company forms such as Maintenance reports, aircraft status, inspection forms, purchase orders, invoices, work orders, and other documents as required.
- Assists in parts ordering and receiving, external vendor auditing and surveillance, company manual revisions, and performing maintenance on ground service equipment.
- Communicate with supervisor, other departments, employees, contractors, vendors/suppliers, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
- Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures relevant to Part 91 and 135 operations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.