Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational safety and reliability of all company aircraft. Working directly under the supervision of the Chief of Maintenance, the technician is responsible for diagnosing technical issues, replacing faulty components, and performing necessary repairs to keep the fleet in optimal condition.

Midwest Aviation is Kiewit's own private flight division. Operating out of a private hangar on Omaha's Eppley Airfield, Midwest Aviation also maintains bases in both Conroe, TX and New Windsor, NY.

This position is based out of Omaha, NE. This is an airport hangar, which includes some office space.

Responsibilities

• Guaranteeing the safety and reliability of company aircraft while adhering to the direction of the Chief of Maintenance, or the Director of Maintenance is his absence.
• Diagnose mechanical and technical issues, perform repairs, and replace aircraft components as needed. Manage the procurement of parts and ensure thorough documentation of all maintenance activities.
• Strictly follow MWA protocols and comply with all FAA guidelines, maintaining the highest quality standards throughout all maintenance procedures.
• Travel internationally, or domestically as required to provide on-site support and respond promptly to Aircraft on Ground (AOG) events to minimize operational disruptions.
• Conduct both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance as well as comprehensive inspections. Participate in the upkeep of maintenance facilities, as necessary.
• Utilize CAMP Software for tracking maintenance events and ensure that all actions are accurately documented for compliance and review purposes.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies and provide support for environmental or quality assurance initiatives as assigned.
• Ability to work varying rotational shifts.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• Possesses a solid technical understanding of aircraft systems; candidates with 1–3 years of hands-on experience as an aircraft maintenance technician are especially encouraged to apply, though all qualified applicants will be considered.
• Self-motivated and eager to develop into a leadership role. Must demonstrate a strong understanding of FAA regulations.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.