Job summary
Our client is an Indianapolis-based regional airline that operates the largest fleet of Embraer 170/175 aircraft in the country with crew bases in 10 cities.The company provides 1000 daily departures to over 100 cities in the US, Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean.They are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Manager job in Chicago, IL.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Plans, coordinates, and directs aircraft maintenance at a line station.• Produces cost-effective, reliable maintenance operations in compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.• Ensures the facility is maintained in compliance with company and OSHA regulations.• Manages mechanics in overall maintenance operation.• Assists in and/or develops effective schedules to meet the operation's demands.• Utilizes manpower and schedules to complete maintenance effectively.• Keeps informed of the status of work-in-progress and prioritizes work.• Ensures proper staffing levels are maintained.• Develops innovative solutions to make aircraft maintenance processes more efficient and effective.• Ensures that the maintenance base has adequate materials, calibrated tooling, and equipment.• Maintains the maintenance base in good working condition.• Evaluates Continuous Analysis and Surveillance System process.• Ensures that detailed accident or damage reports are completed when incidents occur.• Recommends changes to GMM to eliminate conflicts and/or enhance operational effectiveness.• Supports other locations' maintenance base operations.• Ensures OSHA/safety guidelines are followed.• Ensures safety training of all mechanics.• Manages timely and accurate information on aircraft status.• Coordinates with human resources for questions/issues with leaves of absence, compensation, benefits EAP, etc.• Oversees vendors to ensure that all work and services are provided in a timely manner.• Fosters the Company's core values and culture throughout the work environment.• Screens, interviews, and makes recommendations for hiring potential employees.• Coaches and provides leadership, direction, motivation, and supervision of direct reports.• Appraises performance, provides performance feedback, takes corrective actions, and oversees the training and development of staff.• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.• 6 years of A&P experience on similar aircraft, with at least two of those years in a supervisory or lead position.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.• An Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, management, aircraft maintenance, or a related field (preferred).• RII and Run and Taxi qualifications on applicable aircraft (preferred).• Possess a stable employment history.• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.• Able to work both in a team setting and individually.• Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a stressful environment.• Must be able to communicate in a practical, calm, and professional manner at all times.• Able to pass an FAA-required 10-year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks.• Willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.
Benefits
• Dental, medical, 410k, PTO, and sick pay monthly.
