Responsibilities
Job Summary
Control day to day operation of on-going and planned maintenance on company operated aircraft. Maintain communication with line maintenance ensuring all work accomplished are per company policies. Monitor deferrals and ensure planned action for correction at next scheduled overnight stop. Monitor service checks and other planned events ensuring routing to scheduled stations are accomplished. Ensures maintenance is performed per applicable aircraft manuals and Spirit Airlines policy and procedures.
**Payscale starting at: $49/hr**
- Effective resolution of complex issues by analysis of troubleshooting and manufacturer data.
- Effective communication of all maintenance and repair course of action taken to Supervisor.
- Effective communication to Company relating to out of service aircraft and estimate of return to service time.
- Schedule and audit aircraft service checks.
- Determine air worthiness of company aircraft.
- Rescheduling of planned maintenance.
- Swapping aircraft when necessary taking into consideration down line effect on scheduled maintenance.
- Coordinate repairs of complicated aircraft systems in timely manner.
- Communicate effectively with line maintenance having a clear understanding of work being accomplished.
- Aircraft system knowledge, with ability to communicate to less experienced mechanics.
- Read and understand system wiring diagrams, and structural repair manual.
- May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate. (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments.)
Qualifications
- A&P License
- High School Education; Military or Vocational Training in Aircraft Maintenance
- 5 years experience in Heavy Jet Maintenance
- Prior Maintenance Control Experience Preferred
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to maintain composure in high stress environment
- Location: Fort Lauderdale/Miramar, FL - MUST be local or willing to relocate
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our team members.
Overview
At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!
- Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
- The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
- Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
- Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.
EEOC Statement
Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other applicable employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and retaliation because of age, sex (including pregnancy), race, national origin, disability, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
