Aviation Maintenance Technician

Aviation Maintenance TechnicianJoin our American Airlines family and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!Responsible for being a key reason why friends, family, and customers of American Airlines fly safely and on time. There are also opportunities for job growth and advancement, training, and working with many of the industry's most talented aviation professionals. Starting pay is $45.09 per hour.These are the essential functions of the job:Service aircraft, including but not limited to, mechanical work involved in the dismantling, disassembly, overhauling, repairing, fabricating, assembling, welding, checking, repairing, replacing, testing, adjusting, installing, and erecting all parts of airplanes required to maintain airworthiness of aircraft and their componentsConduct scheduled maintenance inspectionsCertify for the quality of own workmanship (i.e., that it is in accordance with the proper maintenance manuals and references)Connect/remove ground power and ground start unitsPush out/tow aircraft and perform guideman functionsPerform inspections in extreme environmental conditions, including extreme heat (over 100 Fahrenheit), extreme cold (below 32 Fahrenheit), rain, sleet, wind, and snowPerform duties that require general safety awareness (e.g., when working in an area with moving vehicles)Perform duties that require use of personal protective equipment (e.g., wearing fall protection while working at heights, wearing respirators while working around fumes and vapors)Perform duties in conditions that are dirty (e.g., dirt, dust, grime)Perform work in confined, tight, or awkward spacesSign mechanical flight releases and/or airworthiness releasesMaintain knowledge of and use manuals, supply/parts catalogs, minimum equipment lists, and general maintenance manualsEnsure forms, records, reports, and other work-related paperwork are completed properlyPerform Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walksClean work areaRequest partsReport to position on time, as scheduled, and at assigned station or location, including varying shifts, weekends, and holidaysPerform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policiesComplete job-relevant trainingsAdhere to government regulations (e.g., DOT, FAA, TSA)Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standardsReceive assignments and follow instructions from supervisor or Crew Chief, as applicableCoordinate with other employees and stakeholders in order to accomplish work tasksWear uniforms as required by company policyUse relevant electronic systems to complete workMinimum Qualifications:High School diploma or GEDValid driver's licenseAbility to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language or language native to geographical locationAirframe and Power Plant License requiredMust be willing to work outdoors in any weather conditions in accordance with Company Safety GuidelinesMust be willing to work extra hours when there are operational needs, such as weather delaysAbility to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days offMust fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA)This job is subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testingTravel to the interview and any subsequent relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidateFeel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:Travel PerksHealth BenefitsWellness Programs401(k) ProgramAdditional BenefitsFrom the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.Cities: Los Angeles - CA, New York City JFK - NY, San Francisco - CAJob Level: Requisition ID: 85391