Aircraft Maintenance Controller

Join a team that works hard, cares for each other, and offers plenty of opportunities to grow. At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners.

About the role

This position is responsible for coordinating maintenance discrepancies and corrections on all operational aircraft, as well as monitoring all line station mechanical problems. The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Control.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance discrepancies and corrections on all operational aircraft
• Monitor all line station mechanical problems
• Reduce and hold maintenance recovery time to a minimum
• Monitor aircraft availability
• Coordinate equipment changes with Maintenance and Dispatch
• Provide technical assistance to all Maintenance personnel
• Execute the Minimum Equipment List/Configuration Deviation List (MEL/CDL) program
• Coordinate parts and staffing requirements for mechanical interruptions, engine changes, and field repairs
• Monitor field repairs and coordinate return of work crews to their home base
• Coordinate with Dispatch and Maintenance Planning for MEL/CDL procedures as outlined in Company manuals
• Arrange charter aircraft for dispatching parts and/or maintenance technicians to outstations
• Notify Inspection department of reportable incidents involving any Company operated aircraft
• Coordinate checking of engine oil quantities and record results

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Possession of FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification and company-issued licenses
• One (1) year experience as a certified mechanic
• Good communication skills
• Good working knowledge of aircraft systems and flight operations
• Knowledge of the appropriate parts of the Maintenance Policies and Procedures Manual, including applicable provisions of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs)
• Demonstration of a positive attitude toward productivity, quality, and safety
• Understanding of aircraft computer maintenance record keeping systems
• Clear Driving Record
• 10-year Criminal History Records Check
• Drug Screen as required
• Proof of High School or GED completion
• Minimum 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the maintenance of aircraft of the type operated by the Company

Work Environment

• Standard office environment, use of computers and other office equipment
• Available to work any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Airport ramp and warehouse environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels

Physical Requirements

• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs
• Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance from co-workers or tools

Benefits

• Paid training
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Family travel on the American Airlines network
• Medical and dental available

Pay

Starting rate: $34.13/hour

Bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.