Job Description

Overview

Line Service / Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Vintage Aircraft)

Lewis Aeronautical is a Part 91, on-demand flight operation supporting business as well as personal travel for a San Antonio based Energy Company.  Flights will be conducted on a fleet of modern aircraft throughout the U.S. as well as International destinations.

We are seeking detail-oriented Aircraft Maintenance Technician committed to safety. The ideal candidate will exhibit a high level of confidentiality, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, sound judgement, team player, and ability to maintain flexibility with a varying schedule.

Our flight department is a fast-paced, challenging environment with an exciting mix of mission profiles.

Responsibilities

• This position maintains aircraft preparedness in regard to cleaning, fueling, and towing. Conducts thorough inspections, maintenance and repairs on various corporate aircraft models.
• Services aircraft fuel and oil tanks as directed by maintenance manager or flight crew.
• Tows aircraft in and out of the hangar.
• Connects ground support equipment for air conditioning, heating and power.
• Stands fire watch, with fire extinguisher readily available, when aircraft engine starts.
• Cleans floors in hanger.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and replacement of parts on the aircraft
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft to ensure dispatchability
• Maintains shop and hangar tools and equipment
• Ensures compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins
• Services aircraft for dispatch to include all aircraft systems and interior items
• Launches and recovers aircraft
• Maintains cleanliness of the interior and exterior of company aircraft

Your Benefits

Lewis Energy Group appreciates the hard work and dedication you bring to our team every day. To do our part, we are committed to keeping your benefits affordable and beneficial for you and your eligible family members. Lewis Energy Group strives to provide benefits that meet your needs, are easy to understand and use, and provide excellent value for affordable costs.

• Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision/ Basic Life and AD&D/and other benefit options to meet your personal needs
• Retirement: 401K with immediate matching contribution
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for you and your dependents
• Wellness & Company Events throughout the year

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lewis Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 5 years related experience working in aircraft maintenance
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license
• Must have knowledge of safety practices in handling highly combustible and explosive fuels
• Must be willing to travel to offsite locations 50% of the time
• Ability and willingness to travel multiple days to locations in South Texas on a moment’s notice
• Ability to react quickly and with good judgment in stressful situations
• Ability to obtain a Valid U.S Passport
• Right to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Bonus Qualifications (Not required for employment)

• Fuel Fire Safety Training certification
• Inspection Authorization

Additional Experience

• Experience in aircraft towing operation, aircraft fueling operations, and ground service of aircraft