| Mechanics/Avionics Technicians |
Avionics Technicians are eligible for a sign on bonus of $2500.00. May be eligible for up to $5000.00 depending upon experience. Our maintenance facilities currently operate twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on seventy Bombardier CRJ aircraft. This includes line maintenance, scheduled inspections, and accompanying maintenance, up to and including ‘A-Checks’ and large component replacements in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and company policies and procedures. Mechanics and technicians inspect, test, replace, dismantle, alter, fabricate and reassemble aircraft components and engines. A variety of tools and equipment are used, including precision measuring devices, pneumatic devices, electrical testing devices, general shop equipment, ground support equipment and computers. Technicians are responsible for proper completion of logbook entries, internal company forms, and the maintenance release of our aircraft. Mechanics and technicians are also responsible for accessing and inputting technical data and information utilizing sophisticated computer systems. Licensing/Work Experience A&P Mechanics and Avionics Technicians must have a current Airframe & Power Plant license. Avionics Technicians must also have a FCC General Radio Telephone Operator license. Other Requirements
Compensation Wages for A&P Mechanics and Avionics Technicians are set by the collective bargaining agreement between AWAC and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW). Current starting salary: $15.90/hr. (includes license premiums) Benefits Worldwide travel privileges top the list of excellent benefits offered at Air Wisconsin Airlines Corporation. Additionally, the comfort of stable employment is enjoyed by our mechanics along with competitive medical, dental, life, and short/long-term disability insurance. Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick time are provided. A tool allowance and premiums for longevity enhance our mechanics’ earnings. They also can take advantage of a 401(k) including a contribution by the company of an amount equivalent to 5% of the employees’ compensation. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, educational assistance, and uniforms provided by the company. Facilities/Job Locations Maintenance bases are located in Philadelphia, PA; Norfolk, VA; and Milwaukee, WI. Award-Winning Maintenance Program AWAC has received the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Certificate of Excellence Diamond award for exceptional maintenance training practices. This award is given to those airlines that exceed a high level of training criteria as outlined by the FAA and indicates the airline's commitment to a superior maintenance program. NOTE: Resumes are only accepted for positions that are listed under our Open Positions. The resume or cover letter must indicate the position(s) of interest. Resumes with no position listed or indicating "Any Open Positions" will not be accepted or retained and will be discarded. To view our Applicant Policy, click here. NOTE: All employment is contingent upon passing a federally required 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screen. If hired, you will be required to complete an extensive application that will be used to complete the background check and may be required to clear a FBI Fingerprint process. All statements must be accurate and if anything is found to be false, it could result in disqualification.
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