Lead A & P Mechanic (DFW)

At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline – it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.

What We Stand For

Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel friendly and easy for our customers. To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers – we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.

Work Perks

At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members. Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too:

• Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines.
• Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great.
• Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors.
• Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.
• Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance.
• Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.

Who We Are

Frontier Airlines is committed to offering ‘Low Fares Done Right’ to more than 100 destinations and growing in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic and Mexico on more than 350 daily flights. Headquartered in Denver, Frontier’s hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company’s signature Low Fares Done Right service to customers. Frontier Airlines is the proud recipient of the Federal Aviation Administration’s 2018 Diamond Award for maintenance excellence and was recently named the industry’s most fuel-efficient airline by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) as a result of superior technology and operational efficiencies.

What Will You Be Doing?

Perform aircraft maintenance activities according to established policies and procedures and the Code of Federal Regulations. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance and on-the-job training to the A&P mechanics.

Essential Functions

• Perform and assist approved work by the supervisors within the scheduled shift.
• Ensure completeness of all assigned work documents and records.
• Provide leadership and technical support to mechanics.
• Provide on-the-job training during work shift to ensure proper qualification standards are met and maintained.
• Maintain cleanliness of maintenance areas at all times.
• Ensure a “clean as you go” job ethic is adhered to.
• Ensure that all maintenance areas meet good “housekeeping” standards.
• Ensure that all tools (both personal and company owned) are removed from the aircraft, aircraft engines, appliances, and components.
• Always maintain positive tool control accountability.
• Immediately report lost and/or found tools to management.
• Follow all rules and regulations in order to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Research all pertinent information and material for work scheduled on aircraft.
• Input necessary data into the maintenance tracking software systems.
• Assist in the cleanup of the maintenance work area.
• Comply with and implement the necessary procedures in the MEL/CDL/NEF Program.
• Perform Shift Turnover as required per GMM 10.09: Shift Turnover Log.
• Audit completed aircraft records (e.g., logbook pages, work cards, non-routines, Engineering documents [EOs, EAs, etc.], and other related documents) generated by RON and Line Maintenance.
• Monitor the proper completion of aircraft records (e.g., logbook pages, work cards, non-routines, Engineering documents [EOs, EAs, etc.], and other related documents) generated by RON and Line Maintenance.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all assigned work documents and records
• Make FMIS entries as required.
• Vol.D Maintain familiarization with the training requirements necessary as defined in the GMM 100: Maintenance Training Program and ensure training is current prior to performing the functions and tasks of this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Always follow (never deviate from) approved published procedures unless proper deviation is authorized.
• Additional responsibilities, as follows, by job qualification area:
• Interior Crew Lead Line Maintenance – remove, repair, and reinstall aircraft interiors including seats, galleys, lavatories, sidewalls, ceilings, flooring, etc.

Qualifications

• FAA certificated mechanic with Airframe and Powerplant ratings
• Requires four (4) years of experience performing maintenance in one or more of the following areas on A320 series or large similar type aircraft: maintenance checks, component maintenance, engine changes, landing gear replacement, structural repairs, flight control rigging, etc.
• When directed by management, must be taxi and run-up qualified on all aircraft types

Qualification by Job Qualification Area – Interior Crew Lead Mechanic

• FAA certificated mechanic with Airframe rating
• Requires four (4) years of experience performing maintenance in one or more of the following areas on A320 series or large similar type aircraft: maintenance checks, component maintenance, engine changes, landing gear replacement, structural repairs, flight control rigging, etc.
• When directed by management, must be taxi and run-up qualified on all aircraft types
• Must have ability to complete differences training
• Must demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company
• Must have the ability to plan, organize, and administrate workloads to subordinates
• Position requires extremely strenuous physical work involving objects in excess of 100 lbs occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs frequently

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have ability to complete differences training
• Must demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company.
• Must have the ability to plan, organize, and administrate workloads to subordinates

Equipment Operated

Various maintenance tooling

Work Environment

• Hanger, and aircraft warehouse environment; temperatures may vary
• 24-hour operation may require shift or weekend work

Physical Effort

Position requires strenuous physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently.

Positions Supervised

None

Hourly Rate: Starts at $29.39.

Premium rates:
Premiums:
Run/Taxi: $1.00
Graveyard: $1.00
Lead: $3.00
Inspector: $3.00
Airbus (3 years direct airbus experience and A320 Gen Fam Course completion): $0.75
Airbus (3 years direct airbus experience and A320 trouble shooting Course completion): $0.75
Please note: This posting has a closing date of 10/30/2024 midnight MT.

Workplace Policies

At Frontier Airlines, we wholeheartedly support and have a strong commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. Frontier is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender variance, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, martial status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military, veteran status, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Diversity is an essential part of our success. Our company flourishes because of the unique backgrounds, skills and ideas that our team members contribute every day. We salute and actively recruit veterans. Military experience is valuable and transferable to many of the positions essential to the operations of our airline.

Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

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