Line Aircraft Technician

Role Summary

The Line Aircraft Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this individual contributor role 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.

Key Duties

• Repair and perform maintenance on aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices.
• Perform all work in a prompt timely manner, adhering to all attendance reliability policies and procedures.
• Exercise the authority of an Airman (any gender) Certificate (Repairman ((any gender)) or Airframe and/or Powerplant) in signing the corrective action in maintenance documents or aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, ensuring such is in accordance with Alaska Airlines policies and procedures.
• Act as cockpit coordinator, when assigned, to ensure safe operation of aircraft systems (e.g., flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck.
• Ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly work area is maintained at all times.

Required Experience, Education & Skills

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
• Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.
• Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 or more years of aircraft technician experience.
• 2 or more years of college.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Pay & Benefits

Starting Rate USD $44.16/Hr.

Total Rewards include:

• 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

For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Location: San Diego Airport