Job Title: Aviation Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled A&P mechanic lead to oversee and guide a team of 2-7 mechanics and technicians on various projects. This role demands self-sufficiency, strong leadership, and technical expertise to ensure projects remain on track. Experience with Embraer aircraft is highly preferred, although Part 121 and 135 experience is not mandatory but highly valued.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of mechanics and technicians effectively.
- Perform maintenance and alteration tasks according to current technical data and FAA approved instructions.
- Ensure all aircraft maintenance records comply with Federal Aviation regulations.
- Handle multiple tasks and prioritize projects efficiently.
- Read and follow instructions, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations, including federal and local security regulations.
Essential Skills
- A&P License
- Experience in aircraft repair and maintenance
- Supervisory skills
- Familiarity with Embraer aircraft
- Ability to perform inspections and handle jet maintenance tasks
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education
- Successful completion of a comprehensive back ground check
- U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States
- Sheet metal fabrication skills
Why Work Here?
Enjoy the benefits of employer-paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance, along with a matching 401k up to 4. Benefit from accruing up to 18 PTO days per year and flight advantages through the ZED program. Employees traveling for work receive an additional $4/hr in pay, $60/day in per diem, and all hotel and travel expenses covered. The position guarantees 40 hours per week with potential for overtime.
Work Environment
The role is based at the Denver Maintenance Hangar located at DIA, offering a professional setting equipped with the latest technology and facilities necessary for aviation maintenance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Englewood, Colorado.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $37.50 - $37.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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