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Join the premier flight school in the Northwest!
As the largest flight school in Puget Sound, Rainier Flight is a very active facility year round. We are always looking for enthusiastic people dedicated to superior customer service in a professional environment. Ideal candidates have a passion for aviation, enjoy contributing to team effort and strive for continuous improvement.
We are currently hiring the following positions:
NAME OF EMPLOYER: Rainier Flight Service LLC
POSITION TITLE: Aviation Maintenance Technician
JOB DUTIES:
Perform maintenance and repair on a variety of aircraft in compliance with manufacturers and FAA guidelines and regulations, Rainier policies and procedures, and return aircraft to service in airworthy condition; Prepare documentation, repair and maintenance records, and other required paperwork as per appropriate regulations and procedures; Research parts needed for aircraft and complete parts request. Assure that parts are ordered in time to meet aircraft repair schedule; Clean and maintain work areas in an organized and acceptable condition to provide safety and a professional image; Communicate with customers as directed on technical issues, and seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service; Research service bulletins, service letters, and AD’s for estimates and assist in progress decisions; Communicate with team leader on job progression at regular intervals, including time and material estimates for jobs; Develop and maintain a standard for work to be completed in a timely and efficient manner, and complete work orders and provide to Maintenance Manager in timely manner; Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions, and all safety rules including but not limited to wearing and using all appropriate safety equipment; Contribute towards a team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation; Perform duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree of Science in Aeronautics, Aviation, Aviation Maintenance, or Aviation Engineering; at least 3-month experience as Aircraft Mechanic; FAA A&P Certification; 3-month training in Aircraft Mechanic, engineering, and the related regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions; Ability to work on ladders, bending, stooping and lifting equipment up to 75 pounds; Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT: 800 W Perimeter Rd, Renton, WA 98057
RATE OF PAY: Full time, permanent position with annual rate of $88,005.
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring aircraft are maintained in accordance with FARs, ADs and manufacturer guidelines.
Essential Duties
- Contribute towards a team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation
- Seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service
- Perform maintenance and repair on a variety of aircraft in compliance with manufacturers and FAA guidelines and regulations, Rainier policies and procedures, and return aircraft to service in airworthy condition
- Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor on job progress at regular intervals, including time and material estimates for jobs
- Prepare documentation, repair and maintenance records, and other required paperwork as per appropriate regulations and procedures
- Clean and maintain work areas in an organized and acceptable condition to provide safety and a professional image
- Develop and maintain a standard for work to be completed in a timely and efficient manner
- Communicate with customers as directed on technical issues
- Research parts needed for aircraft and complete parts request. Assure that parts are ordered in time to meet aircraft repair schedule
- Research service bulletins, service letters, and AD’s for estimates and assist in progress decisions
- Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
- Comply with all safety rules including but not limited to wearing and using all appropriate safety equipment
- Complete work orders and provide to Maintenance Supervisor in timely manner
- Perform duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
- Maintain current A&P or IA certificate
- Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner
- Ability to work on ladders, bending, stooping and lifting equipment up to 75 pounds
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay - Rainier Flight pays $25-$40/hr, depending on experience and certification, plus graduated pay raises based on years of service.
- 401K – Rainier Flight provides a 4% matching 401k after 1 year of employment.
- Insurance – Rainier Flight Service pays for 50% of company offered Health, Dental, and Vision insurance. In addition, employee funded group term life insurance policies are offered as an optional / voluntary benefit.
- Computerized Scheduling and Records - The electronic record-keeping system is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and required maintenance records.
- Standards and Safety - Rainier Flight has a dedicated Safety Manager and SMS to ensure the highest standards are maintained.
- Networking Opportunities - Rainier Flight supports and participates in many industry events throughout the year. Employees are encouraged to participate and network with industry leaders to fulfill career goals.
- Discounted Training - Instruction, aircraft and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency and obtaining additional ratings.
We are now hiring an IA! To apply, send resume, certifications and cover letter to the Director of Maintenance.
Line Service Technicians are responsible for supporting all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, servicing aircraft and facilities and assisting multiple departments to maintain a clean and professional image. Line Service Technicians report to the Lead Line Technician.
Responsibilities Include:
- Contributes to team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation.
- Seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service.
- Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
- Marshal aircraft to parking areas. Reposition aircraft as required.
- Greets customers, assist with baggage and perform other aircraft services to exceed customer expectations.
- Provides aircraft fueling of the proper type and quantity.
- Operates, maintains and cleans auxiliary aircraft equipment, i.e. fuel trucks, fuel tanks, tugs, ground power units, tow bars, chalks, and other equipment.
- Keep work and public areas in a presentable and professional condition including hangar, ramp, lobby, bathrooms, briefing rooms and classroom.
- Maintain and clean courtesy cars for customer use.
- Communicate with next shift to ensure a smooth transition from one shift to the next.
- Ensure security of aircraft and company facilities/equipment.
- Conform and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
- Conform to all safety rules and wears/uses all appropriate safety equipment.
- Be productive and complete daily work load accurately, thoroughly and neatly.
- Take initiative to seek out new assignments and assume additional responsibilities.
- Continuously develop judgement and decision making skills.
- Perform duties as assigned by the Office Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Pass FAA Drug and Alcohol testing, background checks and submit to random testing when required.
- Complete NATA Safety First and other job related training.
- Strong interpersonal skills, direct interface, over telephone and in writing.
- Ability to make decisions with multiple objectives and implement in a safe, efficient manner.
- Follow oral and written instructions; plan and complete assigned duties on a regular schedule; and maintain good working relationship with others.
- Must be available to work flexible hours including overtime when required,
- Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks including but not limited to: facility cleaning, vehicle washing, aircraft cleaning and vacuuming.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Must be comfortable with working outdoors, day, night and in all weather conditions.
- Working on ladders, bending, stooping and lifting equipment up to 75 pounds.
Please submit your cover letter along with your resume to Dale Sinnott
Flight Instructors are responsible for providing high quality flight, ground and simulator instruction. Flight Instructors report to the Chief Flight Instructor.
Responsibilities Include:
- Contributes to team effort through coordinating with multiple departments to ensure a safe, efficient and profitable operation.
- Seek to serve Rainier’s customers with the highest quality of customer service.
- Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
- Providing flight/ground instruction to enrolled students while maintaining the highest level of safety and standards.
- Introductory/Discovery Flight Lessons to encourage new prospects to enroll in our flight school.
- BFR ground and flight instruction as requested by our customers.
- Currency/proficiency ground and flight instruction as requested by our customers.
- Aircraft check-outs/sign-offs by make and model as requested by our customers.
- Assist students with flight and ground appointments by using the online schedule.
- Complete logbook entries as needed in students’ logs and instructors’ logbook.
- Teach ground school (weekend sessions) as requested.
- Refer students to other instructors as needed to accomplish student’s goals.
- Ensure all course standards, training requirements and flight dept. objectives are met by each student in each course.
- Recommend students that are fully-prepared for their FAA checkride.
- Maintain clean, professional environment – both in the aircraft and in the company building.
- Stay current with recommended CFI techniques and materials.
- Monitor the maintenance condition of aircraft and report any issues “squawks” in a timely and professional manner.
- Additional duties as assigned by Chief Flight Instructor.
Minimum Qualifications:
- FAA Certificated Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine Land and current FAA medical.
- Current and proficient to CFI PTS standards in ASEL aircraft.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate FARs, Oral and Practical Test Standards.
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay - Rainier Flight pays up to $30/hr for instruction, additional compensation for seminars and events. Bonuses available.
- Flexible Schedule - With over 250 students flying from 6 am to midnight, each instructor manages their own schedule for customer convenience, safety and efficiency.
- Part 61/141 Curriculum - The structured Part 141 and Part 61 curricula and supporting training materials allow instructors to provide quality instruction to students.
- Standardized Procedures - Aircraft Standardization Manuals provide detailed information and explanations of procedures, maneuvers, and how to perform them.
- Computerized Scheduling and Records - The electronic record-keeping system is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and required training records.
- Standards and Safety - Rainier Flight has a dedicated Safety Manager and SMS to ensure the highest standards are maintained.
- Networking Opportunities - Rainier Flight supports and participates in many industry events throughout the year. Employees are encouraged to participate and network with industry leaders to fulfill career goals.
- Discounted Training - Instruction, aircraft and training materials available at reduced rates or free for continuing education, proficiency and obtaining additional ratings.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to Chief Flight Instructor.