Alaska Airlines Careers | Aircraft Technician Job ($35.52/hr) Seattle

Alaska Airlines

Job Description

The Line Aircraft Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). 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 erection of machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union represented position.

Benefits and Offers

• USD $35.52/Hr.




• Medical, dental and vision benefits




• 401k program




• Monthly incentive pay plan




• Annual incentive pay plan




• Unlimited standby travel benefits on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air

Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 Certificate (Repairman 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 Alaska Airlines 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 Requirements

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.




• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.




• Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.




• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.




• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.




• Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.




• Must have a valid and operable driver’s license.




• Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.




• Ability to communicate in English.




• High school diploma or equivalent.




• Minimum age of 18.




• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.






Preferred Qualifications




• 2 or more years of aircraft technician experience.




• 2 or more years of college.

Job Details

Company: Alaska Airlines

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Location: Seattle, Washington, USA

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