Maintenance Instructor

Job Description

Role Overview The Maintenance Instructor develops and delivers training to JetBlue Airways' Technical Operations crewmembers and business partners, focused on aircraft systems. Key Responsibilities Facilitate classroom and on-the-job training (OJT) Assist with revising the Technical Operations training programme for JetBlue University, College of Technical Operations Other duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma or GED Five years of diversified aircraft maintenance experience Able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge Available for occasional overnight travel (40%) and in possession of valid travel documents allowing travel in and out of the United States Able to drive tugs, trucks, lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift, tractor and other maintenance vehicles, and to taxi aircraft Effective oral and written communication Able to crawl, bend, kneel, climb and stoop frequently in confined spaces and to remain alert to moving vehicles and aircraft Able to work under pressure in a team environment Valid driver's licence and a driving record meeting JetBlue's insurance standards Must pass a ten-year background check and pre-employment drug test Authorisation to work in the US is required; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship Licences & Qualifications Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant licence Experience Preferred: bachelor's degree Preferred: three years of A320/E190 maintenance experience Preferred: three years of instructor experience Preferred: three years of leadership experience Preferred: proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, strong organisational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team Additional Information Equipment: computer and other office equipment; tools from the Minimum Tool List must be obtained within 30 days of employment; lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift and tractor operated after training; reflective safety vest and ear protection issued; handheld two-way radios, headsets and phone used. Work environment: live maintenance environment and traditional office environment; work may be outdoors in seasonal weather; schedule bid by seniority (days, swings or midnight shift, holidays); ability to work in elevated areas. Physical effort: extremely strenuous physical work involving objects in excess of 70 to 100 pounds (very heavy). Crewmember expectations include regular attendance and punctuality, potential flexible hours and short-notice availability, a professional appearance, assisting with light cleaning of the aircraft when time permits, and being a good fit for the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun. All crewmembers act as Safety Ambassadors supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System, report safety or security concerns through channels such as the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR), adhere to all applicable laws and regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT), and uphold JetBlue's safety performance goals. Use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate.

Requirements

• Facilitate classroom and on-the-job training (OJT)
• Assist with revising the Technical Operations training programme for JetBlue University, College of Technical Operations
• Other duties as assigned
• High school diploma or GED
• Five years of diversified aircraft maintenance experience
• Able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge
• Available for occasional overnight travel (40%) and in possession of valid travel documents allowing travel in and out of the United States
• Able to drive tugs, trucks, lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift, tractor and other maintenance vehicles, and to taxi aircraft
• Effective oral and written communication
• Able to crawl, bend, kneel, climb and stoop frequently in confined spaces and to remain alert to moving vehicles and aircraft
• Able to work under pressure in a team environment
• Must pass a ten-year background check and pre-employment drug test
• Authorisation to work in the US is required; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant licence
• Preferred: bachelor's degree
• Preferred: three years of A320/E190 maintenance experience
• Preferred: three years of instructor experience
• Preferred: three years of leadership experience
• Preferred: proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, strong organisational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team

Benefits

• Valid driver's licence and a driving record meeting JetBlue's insurance standards