Aviation Maintenance Technician

Airswift has been tasked by one of our major clients to find a Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to work for initially One-Year contract in Anchorage, Alaska. Location may vary depending on the workload. Deadhorse, Nikiski, and Anchorage. Position is not transient, but you may do a hitch or two away from the normally assigned location as required.

Work Schedule:

14/14 Job Type: W2 contract (One Year with possibility for extension) Benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, 5% matching 401k

The Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible for performing aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs and return-to-service activities in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), company policies, manufacturer maintenance manuals, and approved procedures. The AMT promotes safety, quality workmanship, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness of company aircraft and associated equipment.

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate in accordance with FAR Part 65.89.
• Compliance with FAA address notification requirements under FAR Part 65.21.
• Meet recent experience requirements of FAR Part 65.83.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, maintenance instructions, drawings, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

• Bell 212 experience
• Viking DHC-6 experience
• Pratt & Whitney PT6 engine experience
• Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Bachelor’s degree
• Avionics experience

Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with experience, certifications, and qualifications.

• Perform all assigned maintenance in accordance with company manuals, manufacturer instructions, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Maintain working knowledge of the General Maintenance Manual, Company Operations Specifications, and applicable FAA regulations.
• Utilize Minimum Equipment List (MEL) procedures appropriately, including deferred maintenance documentation and required corrective actions.
• Conduct receiving inspections of incoming parts, materials, and supplies when working away from the primary maintenance base.
• Ensure all parts installed on aircraft meet airworthiness, certification, and company requirements.
• Verify shelf-life controlled materials are within approved limits before use.
• Inspect and oversee work performed by assisting personnel and properly document maintenance actions.
• Identify and document Required Inspection Items (RII) during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Complete maintenance tasks in accordance with aircraft maintenance manuals and established quality standards.
• Coordinate with RII Inspectors to ensure inspections occur before closing inspection areas.
• Maintain awareness of hazardous conditions and unsafe practices and report concerns to the Director of Maintenance (DOM).
• Exercise authority to decline aircraft certification for flight when airworthiness or safety is in question.
• Properly use and care for company tools, equipment, parts, and materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Maintain a complete personal tool inventory and shadow-board system in accordance with company requirements.
• Ensure calibration status of personal and company tools is current prior to use.
• Perform worksite and maintenance area cleanup throughout and upon completion of maintenance activities.
• Provide detailed shift turnover reports and mentor/support personnel assigned to assist with maintenance activities.
• Remain current on revisions to manuals, policies, procedures, and company communications.
• Review required Read Files and company notices at the beginning of each duty period.
• Actively support Safety Management System (SMS) objectives and…