Director Of Maintenance

Job description

Maintenance

Kenosha, WI

Full-time

Duties & Responsibilities

Represents Aviation Advisor, Inc. internally and externally with industry groups and regulatory bodies

Provides technical support on a variety of tasks

Leads the development, communication, and implementation of efficient procedures, policies, and effective growth strategies for the department

Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship as liaison between company, clients, and the FAA with responsibility for the company’s issued maintenance certificates and signing of correspondence

Ensures that the department is properly staffed, managed, organized, trained, and directed to fulfill its responsibilities according to internal and FAA regulations, including handling personnel issues such as discipline and termination when necessary

Promotes a healthy culture for the department and the team that benefits employee engagement, happiness, customer loyalty, safety, integrity, and overall excellence

Responsible for all record keeping and auditing requirements, including maintenance and disposition of those records, and signing of the Operations Specifications

Oversees all inspections, repairs, and component changes and accompanying documentation are accomplished in accordance with the manufacturer or FAA approved procedures, conforming to quality control standards, on schedule, and incompliance with FAA regulations

Oversees and reviews work orders while jobs are in progress monitoring for proper sign offs, supervising and inspecting as required

Responsible for the aircraft, tooling, equipment, materials, inventory, and activities within the hangar(s) and on the adjacent ramp(s) for all department personnel

Plans and prepares maintenance or repair estimates and determine the scope of work and personnel required

Maintains all necessary records and logbooks, including certification in the aircraft permanent maintenance records that the aircraft is approved and returned to service

Acts as primary point of contact with flight crews on maintenance discrepancies related to Part 91 and Part 135 fleet with understanding of MEL and write-up process for each aircraft

Coordinates with the Director of Operations on the timely communication and correction of mechanical repairs, as well as planned inspections or maintenance work on the Part 91 and Part 135 fleet around scheduled flights

Provides the Director of Operations with the current airworthiness status of aircraft under the Part 91 and Part 135 fleet, forecasting downtimes to facilitate maintenance scheduling at optimal times and ensure timely deferral or correction of aircraft discrepancies

Minimum Experience

7-10 years of experience within general aviation maintenance operations, including Part 135, or equivalent operational experience to include familiarity with aircraft maintenance scheduling, team management, and customer relations

Must have knowledge of, and maintain a current file of all applicable FARs

Experience setting standards and operational guidelines

Current FAA issued certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings and no violations

Ability to meet all FAA requirements and approval for the Director of Maintenance designation

Experience with aircraft management record keeping programs including CAMP Familiarity with requirements of 14 CFR Part 135 and Part 91

Interface and communicate well with customers, vendors, team members, flight crews, Chief Pilot, and Director of Operations

DESIRED QUALITIES

Current Aircraft Inspector (IA) certificate preferred

Excellent project management experience

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings

Excel in a results-oriented environment

Strong communication (written and oral)

Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office products

Ability to prepare and complete reports pertaining to department

Requirements

Reports daily to Kenosha, WI Headquarters (KENW)

Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing

Must pass a background check

Must have authorization to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Full health insurance, dental, vision, PTO

Matching 401(k)

Life insurance

Exempt Status

Exempt

EOE Statement

Aviation Advisor, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Aviation Advisor, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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Worksite address

kenosha, WI, 53142, US

Who can apply

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