Lead Maintenance Technician

Company
Vista America
Job Location
United Kingdom, Europe
Job Role
Corporate
Contract Type
Full-Time
Salary
Posted Date
2025-07-12
Job Expiry Date
2025-08-11
Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree

Your responsibilities:



  • Review work orders throughout the day for each aircraft in check
  • Perform maintenance tasks as required to support the maintenance function
  • Account for all shop tooling and supplies at the end of each shift
  • Follow, comply, and enforce all safety rules and regulations
  • Utilize knowledge of FARs to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft
  • Manage the day-to-day maintenance function of hangar maintenance to meet return to service deadlines
  • Communicate maintenance task goals for the day to the team.
  • Communicate regularly with the Repair Station Manager regarding work scope updates.
  • Work with technicians to develop or enhance their job knowledge and provide on the job training
  • Ensure all material, parts, equipment, and tooling needs are on order, tracking, or available Escalate any needs in this regard to the Repair Station Manager
  • Perform troubleshooting tasks as necessary
  • Execution and completion of repair station maintenance schedules
  • Ensure technicians consistently log their time on given tasks
  • Ensure all work is properly carried out IAW technical directives
  • Ensure technicians properly document all work completed
  • Ensure technicians are properly trained in use of special tools and ground support equipment
  • Organization and cleanliness of maintenance facilities
  • Train new hires on company equipment

 

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Education:

  • A current/valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate (A&P Certificate)
  • Knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems, functions, and interactions, including aircraft accessories, components and other hardware
  • Formal or OJT Training on Citation and Bombardier aircraft preferred
  • Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA regulations
  • Thorough working knowledge of all ATA codes
  • Strong communication skills with team members and Leadership
  • Well-developed trouble shooting skills
  • Previous Leadership experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • Proficiency in the Windows operating environment
  • Physical capability to work in tight spaces, at heights, on-wings, use ladders, operate tugs, operate lifts, and lift weights up to 75lbs
  • Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations relating to aircraft maintenance
  • A strict adherence to Company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
  • Ability and willingness to work first or second shift, after-hours, overtime as required, weekends and holidays
  • Travel may be required


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