Technician Helper

Company Alaska Airlines

The Team

Our M&E team has earned the FAA's prestigious Diamond Award for almost 20 consecutive years -- the only major carrier to receive the award for as many years, and the most of any airline. From our parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar, our Ready, SAFE, Go mindset prioritizes safety in all that we do -- for our guests and coworkers. If you share our values to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you.

Role Summary

The Technician Helper is responsible for assisting Technicians at Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division, this individual contributor role performs miscellaneous unskilled and/or supervised duties in and around aircraft, shops, hangars, and buildings. This is a union represented position.

Key Duties

• Wash, paint strip, clean and/or polish of the interior or exterior of an aircraft, aircraft parts, engine or engine parts, ramp, shop and hangar equipment.
• Operate and service the equipment used in the performance of work.
• Operate ground service equipment and forklift to maneuver equipment and supplies.
• Assist Technicians in the towing, parking and marshaling of aircraft.
• Complete the work assigned by the maintenance supervisor or aircraft lead technician in a safe and expeditious manner, exercising good, sound judgment in executing each work project and adhering to Company policies and procedures.
• Perform miscellaneous unskilled duties in and about shops, hangars and buildings.
• Ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly work area is maintained at all times.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

• Possess excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to be trained and successful in towing aircraft.
• Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Be adaptable to performing work according to set procedures.
• Must be organized and be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Must have a valid and operable driver's license.
• Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred

• 2 years of aviation experience.

Airport SIDA Badge Requirements

Important update for non-crew employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review theSIDA Badge Requirementsdocument for a comprehensive overview.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Starting Rate

USD $20.40/Hr.

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

For more information about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Type Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition Type Frontline
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 8/16/2024
Location Seattle
Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job Locations USA-WA-Seattle
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Category Corporate & Operations