Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Saab 340 Experience Required

Description Ameriflight is seeking experienced Saab 340 maintenance professionals to support our growing ESCS Charter division. We currently operate four Saab 340 aircraft based in DFW, with additional growth planned. Please note: This opportunity is exclusively for candidates with prior hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience. Candidates without Saab 340 experience are encouraged to apply for one of our other maintenance opportunities. Benefits Ameriflight strives to provide our employees with a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits Pay commensurate with experienceOpportunity for growth and promotionMedical, Dental, and Vision benefitsCompany provided Life Insurance401K with company matchVacation 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. Primary responsibility is supporting the Saab 340 fleet; may provide maintenance support for other fleet types as operational needs requirePerform all manner of maintenance on company aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer’s recommendations and Federal Aviation RegulationsInspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components and systemsDocument work completed per company procedures and Federal Aviation RegulationsMaintain a clean and safe work areaMay travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other basesOther duties as assigned Experience Previous experience with Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, Saab 340B aircraft is preferredPrevious experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferredExperience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation Requirements Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratingsMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorshipMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employeesMust be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manualsMust meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background checkSuccessful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checksMust have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteriaMust be able to work various shifts Physical Requirements Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlMust frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 poundsAbility to perform repetitive tasks Work Environment May work outdoors, in weather as necessaryMay work near moving aircraft and machineryMay work in a potentially noisy work environment We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.