Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you’ll love this job

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• The role is a part of the [INSERT TEAM NAME] team within our [INSERT DEPARTMENT NAME] group. You’ll bring your [INSERT TOP THREE SKILLS]

What you’ll do

These are the essential functions of the job

This list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and non-essential job functions) that are not referenced.  Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed when operationally necessary, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. Please contact Accommodations@aa.com should you wish to request an accommodation.

Technical Functions

• Perform semi-skilled work in shops required to maintain aircraft, engines, and components
• Accomplish cabin-related work
• Perform wet fiberglass lay-ups
• Remove and/or repair lavatories and galleys
• Remove and/or repair airplane seats
• Remove, repair and/or install aircraft carpets and seat fabrics
• Remove, repair and/or install cabin windows
• Remove and/or install floorboards
• Remove, repair and/or install sidewall and ceiling panels
• Perform painting, stripping, and taping in hangar operations
• Fabricate airplane parts and components
• Lubricate airplane parts and components
• Sign for the quality of own workmanship
• Complete forms connected to work assignments
• Create and respond to shop or work orders
• Maintain knowledge of and use repair manuals and tech data
• Use equipment and tools needed to make repairs including basic hand tools (e.g., tape measurer, wrenches, screw drivers, pliers) and specialized industrial equipment (e.g., wheel blasters)
• Operate lifting equipment, including manipulator, hoists, lift tables
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE; e.g., respirators, gloves, coveralls, hearing protection, safety glasses, hearing protection, close-toed footwear)
• Perform Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walks, as assigned
• Clean aircraft windshields
• Clean work area
   

Overhaul Support Mechanic Work Conditions 

General Functions

• Perform duties in extreme environmental conditions, including extreme heat (over 100° Fahrenheit), extreme cold (below 32° Fahrenheit), rain, sleet, wind, and snow
• Perform duties that require general safety awareness (e.g., when working in an area with moving vehicles)
• Perform duties in conditions that are dirty (e.g., dirt, dust, grime)
• Maneuver into confined, tight, or awkward spaces (e.g., galleys, lavatories) to make repairs
• Lift heavy and/or bulky airplane parts including aircraft seats, lavatories, galleys, flight controls, wheels, and brakes
• Complete repairs that require repetitive motions (e.g., sanding)
   

American Airlines General Functions

• Perform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policies
• Coordinate with other employees and stakeholders in order to accomplish work tasks
• Report to position on time, as scheduled, and at assigned station or location, including varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Complete and maintain job-relevant and/or assigned trainings
• Adhere to government (e.g., DOT, FAA, TSA) regulations
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards
• Work according to supervisor’s or Crew Chief’s instructions, as applicable
• Perform duties in an area with moving vehicles and other physical hazards
• Use computers and other relevant electronic systems to complete work

All you’ll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

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Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

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Skills, Licenses & Certifications

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What you’ll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.