Aviation Maintenance Technician (A&P) - Night Shift , Relocate to Miami

Job Description

Job Description

ERJ-145 Airframe and Powerplant Technician 

Location: Miami, FL 

Employment Type: Full-Time, W2

About Client 

Our client is an FAA Part 135 air carrier and a top cargo operator flying scheduled and charter cargo routes throughout South Florida, the Caribbean, and Latin America. They maintain a fast-tempo, high-reliability environment where safety and on-time performance sit at the center of their maintenance culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour (commensurate with ERJ-145 and avionics experience)

• Relocation Assistance: Negotiated case-by-case for the right out-of-state technician

• Shift: Dedicated 4x10 night shift (four nights per week with three straight days off)

• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options, Life insurance options, and 401(k) with company match

Job Summary 

The ERJ-145 A&P Technician is responsible for performing fast-turn line maintenance and overnight servicing to support high-tempo cargo operations. Working as part of a dedicated night-shift maintenance team, this role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, powerplant, electrical, and avionics systems on Embraer ERJ-145 regional jets and Saab 340 turboprops. This position is ideal for a regional jet technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is willing to undertake occasional travel to support Caribbean outstations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out fast-turn line maintenance, overnight servicing, daily/weekly inspections, A-checks, and MEL troubleshooting on ERJ-145 and Saab 340 aircraft.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, powerplant (Rolls-Royce AE 3007), electrical, and avionics systems following FAA regulations and manufacturer manuals.

• Maintain accurate logbooks, work orders, and return-to-service documentation per 14 CFR Part 43 and Part 135 repair station standards.

• Supply basic A&P hand tools and appropriately utilize company-issued specialty tooling, diagnostic equipment, and ground support gear.

• Be available for occasional short-duration travel supporting Caribbean outstation line maintenance as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate in good standing, current on 14 CFR 65.83 recent experience rules.

• At least 2 years of recent, post-certification hands-on experience maintaining Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft.

• Ability to clear DOT/FAA drug screening and the background checks required for MIA SIDA badging and CBP clearance.

• Must possess standard basic A&P hand tools.

• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted, climbing ladders and scaffolding, and working outdoors on the tarmac.

Ideal Qualifications

• Avionics troubleshooting experience (e.g., Honeywell Primus 1000) or an active FCC license.

• Prior hands-on work on Saab 340 turboprop aircraft.

• Active, valid U.S. Passport for outstation travel.

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