Maintenance Technician Development Program

Job ID: Program-specific requisition (apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 8/31/2026). Temporary/non-exempt role.

About the Program

The Maintenance Technician Development Program is designed for individuals who want to gain the skills needed to earn their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses. The program requires enrollment in a FAR 147 certified program and provides mentorship, a defined path toward certification, and a career start with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines. Participants sign an agreement to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 30 months upon completion.

Responsibilities

• Currently enrolled and in good standing with an approved A&P school.
• Quarterly check-ins with assigned mentor/leader.
• Maintain effective communication with the company regarding curriculum progress.
• Commit to a 2.5-year employment agreement with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines post-program completion.
• Embody company values: own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a certified FAR 147 FAA Airframe and Powerplant Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an A&P License within 90 days of graduation.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to/from the U.S. without a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP).
• Ability and willingness to enter and exit Canada without restrictions or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) for maintenance work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport AOA badge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to consistently lift 70 lbs. and perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, and grasping.
• Ability and willingness to operate ground support equipment, including movable turboways, forklifts, tow tractors, elevated boom lifts, and hoists.
• Ability and willingness to work on elevated surfaces using stands, ladders, or other equipment.
• Adaptability to work according to set procedures.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in English communication.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About the Team

Horizon Air’s Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) team has earned the FAA’s prestigious Diamond Award for nearly 20 consecutive years—the only major carrier to achieve this milestone. The team prioritizes safety through its "Ready, SAFE, Go" mindset, ensuring excellence in all operations, from the parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar.