Aircraft Mechanic - PDX - $10k Sign-On Bonus

About the role

Hawaiian Airlines welcomes guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and takes care of its people, home, and communities. Join our ‘ohana and be part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving kama‘āina and introducing the islands to the world. The Aircraft Mechanic role is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering division. As a member of the Hawaiian Airlines ‘ohana, this individual contributor performs all functions in the repair and maintenance of aircraft, which includes dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union represented position.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish assigned maintenance, preventive maintenance and repair work on Hawaiian Airlines aircraft.
• Check, dismantle, overhaul, repair, fabricate, and weld all parts of aircraft, including engines, radio equipment, instruments, electrical systems, heating systems and hydraulic systems.
• Perform machine tool work in connection with the above mechanic maintenance work.
• Dismantle, repair, fabricate, weld, alter, and maintain all machinery and mechanical devices, including automotive equipment, ramp equipment, buildings, hangar, and fuel storage or dispensing equipment.
• Return an aircraft to service after maintenance as allowed by the GMM and the privileges of the airframe and powerplant license.
• Sign work records in connection with work performed.
• Inspect parts, sub-assemblies and completed assemblies only to the extent necessary to determine, accomplish and approve own work.
• Work on check aircraft as required.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.
• Ability to become qualified to perform engine run and taxi on the A321 and A330 aircraft.
• Ability to become qualified on the A321, A330, 717 and 787 aircraft.
• Possess own tools.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must obtain and maintain a SIDA badge as required by the airport authority.

Qualifications

• Previous aircraft mechanic experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Free stand‑by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air.
• Comprehensive well‑being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Generous 401k match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Generous holiday and paid time off.

Pay

Starting rate: USD $36.92 per hour. Sign‑on bonus of $10,000 available to external candidates, paid out after 30 days.

Schedule

Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.