Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanic

Join our team as an Aircraft Mechanic, where you will perform heavy maintenance on ERJ 145's and CRJ 200's. Your role will involve maintaining and repairing a fleet of ERJ 135 and 145 aircraft, ensuring that all aircraft, aircraft engines, and components meet specifications. You will meticulously document maintenance procedures, detailing component damage, origin, and condition, while practicing safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes. Responsibilities also include performing daily scheduled and non-scheduled inspections, maintenance, repairs, and alterations of aircraft, as well as effectively troubleshooting defective aircraft systems and components. You will be responsible for line maintenance on all incoming and departing flights during your shift, with direct flights to Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance on ERJ 145's and CRJ 200's.
• Maintain and repair aircraft, engines, and components to meet specifications.
• Document maintenance procedures, including component damage and condition.
• Practice safety-conscious behaviors in operational processes.
• Conduct daily inspections, maintenance, repair, and alterations of aircraft.
• Troubleshoot defective aircraft systems and components effectively.
• Handle line maintenance for all incoming and departing flights during the shift.

Essential Skills

• A&P License
• At least 1 year of experience on CRJ or ERJ aircraft

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in heavy maintenance on CRJ or ERJ aircraft
• Commercial heavy maintenance or line maintenance experience on regional jets

Why Work Here?

Be a part of a growing company that is expanding its airline and charter operations. Recently approved to operate regional flights in WV, KY, MO, Illinois, and Iowa, we offer a small company feel with ample training and value on accountability. There are great opportunities for advancement, as evidenced by our second shift supervisor who began as a contractor.

Work Environment

The role primarily involves working outside performing line maintenance. The shift is Monday to Friday from 7:00 pm to 3:30 am, though it may change based on incoming flights.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.