Aircraft Technician - job 1 of 2

Company Horizon Air

The Team

Our M&E team has earned the FAA’s prestigious Diamond Award for almost 20 consecutive years - the only major carrier to receive the award for as many years, and the most of any airline. From our parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar, our Ready, SAFE, Go mindset prioritizes safety in all that we do - for our guests and coworkers. If you share our values to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you.

Role Summary

The Aircraft Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Horizon Air (QX). 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 construction 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 Horizon Air (QX) 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.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

• Valid Airframe (A) license.
• Valid Powerplant (P) license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of start date.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.
• Must have an adequate complement of own tools.
• Meets the recent experience requirements of 14 CFR 65.83 (i.e., six months experience in the last 24 months).
• Valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to and from the U.S. within 30 days of job acceptance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to consistently lift 70 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Ability to work a variety of schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

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

Starting Rate

USD $27.74/Hr.

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

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

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 7/31/2023

Employment Type Full-Time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Regular/Temporary Regular

I: Y - Tech

Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.