Aviation Maintenance Technician 5360 NW 20th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, USA Full-time Sub-Department: Aviation Maintenance Department: Aviation Site Location: Fort Lauderdale Company Description When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We\'re not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It\'s in our DNA. We\'ve turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world\'s largest meat snack business, that\'s still proudly family owned and operated. We\'re a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo. At Jack Link\'s Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us? Jack Link\'s Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami. Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Aviation Maintenance Technician assists the Director of Maintenance, and Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician as needed to maintain the airworthiness, functionality, and cleanliness of company owned rotor and fixed wing aircraft. Must be a team player who can contribute broadly to the organization, and a person who understands the dynamic needs of a corporate flight department. This role requires the technician to work a variable shift, dependent upon the flight schedule of the aircraft, as well as occasional travel to support offsite maintenance and repair. Candidate needs to be forward thinking and always looking for ways to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction for the passengers. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: Inspect and examine aircraft components, including de-icing systems, hydraulic systems and landing gear, for leaks, cracks, breaks or other issues Read and utilize maintenance manuals, ATA codes, illustrated parts catalogs, service bulletins and other maintenance documents to troubleshoot and complete work assignments Perform routine maintenance operations, such as the replacement of power plant and aircraft components Perform hourly, daily and monthly inspections to check for cracks, oil leaks, burned areas, foreign object damage, warping, distortions, missing segments and wear Complete all tasks in the allotted time frame and to the quality standards of our company, our customers and the FAA Promote safety within the workplace by monitoring others and yourself to guarantee all tasks are performed within the safety manual guidelines, and communicate with other mechanics and supervisors to coordinate repairs and keep apprised of safety concerns Order supplies, equipment, materials and parts for repairs and general maintenance Keep detailed records of the inspections performed, repairs finished, maintenance procedures and ordered parts Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required Education: High School Diploma A&P License Required Experience: Five or more years of business aviation maintenance experience Preferred: Some exposure and knowledge of Part 135 Operations and Procedures REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES: Strong attention to detail with a focus on customer service and safety. Thorough understanding of Airframe and Powerplant systems operation, troubleshooting, and inspection procedures. Time management and the ability to prioritize projects. Complete tasks with minimal supervision and oversight. Ability to travel occasionally in order to maintain or repair company assets, attend training, and oversee vendor maintenance visits. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must work effectively with all levels of management and employees. Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. This position is designated by the FAA as safety-sensitive and is therefore subject to certain pre-employment background checks and drug screening as well as ongoing random drug testing as required by the FAA.