Overview
Work Where it Matters
Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pegasus, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pegasus provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pegasus delivers efficient, flexible, and safe aviation services as it supports domestic and international passenger and freighter airlines.
As a Pegasus employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Job Summary:
Pegasus is currently seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join the team of outstanding professionals. Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMT) are responsible for performing high quality aircraft maintenance on various types of transport category aircraft. AMTs must possess a valid FAA aircraft maintenance technician license. Experience on common transport category aircraft such as B-777, B-747, B-737, B-767 and/or Airbus 319/320/321 is highly valued but all levels of experience are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Perform aircraft maintenance transit inspections and fault resolution.
Complete aircraft system testing and troubleshooting procedures.
Complete removal and replacement of defective parts to include final operational checks.
Operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignment.
Complete all required maintenance records in an accurate and timely manner.
Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints and schematics.
Operate all related ground handling equipment utilized to service aircraft.
Support all company policies and safety programs.
Performing tasks in a fast-paced environment
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a valid FAA aircraft maintenance technician license with an airframe and power plant rating.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be willing to work in inclement weather.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S without sponsorship.
Must have a valid drivers license.
Ability to lift 60 pounds comfortably.
Must be able to fluently read, write, speak and understand English.
Must have the ability to work under stressful situations and tight time constraints.
Must be a self-motivated team player.
Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays and varying schedules.
Must be able to complete a background investigation, including FBI fingerprints, criminal history and preemployment drug screen.
Background position skill ranking areas: language skills.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Speak effectively with customers or employees of the organization.
Communicate with customers within and outside of the United States, customers will include many where English is their second language.
Must be patient and tolerant of differing cultural values and lingual challenges.
Math Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Reasoning Abilities:
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form.
Deal with problems involving many concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands: Moderate
The AMT position is a technical service position whose work routine varies while following strict safety and set procedures. It generally functions under the supervision or guidance of the Maintenance Duty Manager.
Must be able to lift, carry, move, push, pull and install 30–50-pound components unassisted.
Must have 20/20 corrected vision.
Must be able to hear verbal communications clearly and be willing to wear all required safety equipment (PPE)
Regularly required to use hands, talk, hear, bend, stoop, kneel, stand and walk.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus vision.
The AMT is usually working outside and is exposed to all types of weather conditions with a seasonal range of temperatures to include rain, snow, wind and extreme temperatures.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can vary dramatically depending on the location and activity. Occasionally high noise level exists where hearing protection is required.
Must be able to work from lift platforms as high as 100 feet. Use of ladders is common with heights up to eight (8) feet. Use of stair platforms as high as 30 feet is also common.
Operation of vehicles and airport related heavy equipment is required.
Pay & Benefits:
- At Pegasus, our A&P Licensed Technicians are paid a base wage plus applicable bonuses resulting in a potential annual income ranging from $62,400 up to $135,000 per year.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assistakima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Job: Aviation
Travel: None
Organization: Pegasus Aviation Services
Clearance: Not Applicable
Work Type: On-Site
Remote: No
ReqID: 2024-8538
