Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
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 - its 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 - were 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 were creating something very special for our team members. Work is why were 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 a leading ultra-low cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver Low Fares Done Right, the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontiers highly fuel-efficient, all-Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airlines many weight-saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier Americas Greenest Airline.* Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airlines commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500-plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).
* Frontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.
What Will You Be Doing?
Oversees line maintenance operations and supervises line maintenance personnel.
Essential Functions
- Manage, monitor and coordinate SMS activities as directed. These duties include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate the development, implementation, maintenance, and integration of the SMS throughout Frontier
- Identify hazards and safety risk assessments including change management
- Ensure effectiveness of safety risk controls
- Promote safety
- Advise the accountable executive on the performance of the SMS and on any need for improvement
- Accountable for achieving safety performance relative to job tasks
- Manage risk acceptable level: green or lower as defined by Frontiers company risk matrix
- Take action to remove inoperative equipment from use, instruct proper tagging, and action repair or replacement.
- Monitor maintenance activities to ensure performance levels are sufficient to provide the highest possible standards of quality and safety.
- Determine work priorities on the shift.
- Supervise maintenance performed by Frontier maintenance personnel on company aircraft as well as contract aircraft.
- Provide timely and accurate information on aircraft status.
- Determine job standards, test personnel productivity, safety habits and workmanship.
- Review and evaluate maintenance performance and administer corrective action when necessary.
- Assist in formulation of departmental policy.
- Assist in creating and administer company and departmental budget and performance commitments.
- Assist with monthly/quarterly shelf life audits at maintenance stations, as applicable.
- Ensure that all tools and equipment are maintained at a level of safety that meets the National Bureau of Standards requirements and/ or the manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct lost and found tool investigations and complete associated reports.
- Perform computer and administrative functions as assigned by manager.
- Identify possibilities for operational improvements and communicate them to management.
- Ensure adherence to airport and aircraft security regulations and report any violations and/or potential violations to management.
- Perform Shift Turnover as required per GMM 10.09.
- 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) during RON and line maintenance.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all assigned work documents and records.
- Make FMIS entries as required.
- Vol.D Ensure that department personnel, including themselves, are properly trained, qualified, and current to perform assigned tasks.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Manager, Maintenance Control.
- Always follow (never deviate from) approved published procedures unless proper deviation is authorized.
Qualifications
- FAA-certificated mechanic with Airframe and Powerplant ratings
- Requires 3 years previous line maintenance experience
- Previous supervisory, lead or directing workforce experience (or previous leadership experience)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent working knowledge of company maintenance policies and procedures
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a stressful environment
- Ability to communicate in an effective, calm and professional manner at all times
- Ability to lead and motivate maintenance personnel in a positive and professional manner
- General computer and administrative skills
- 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
- All maintenance equipment and tooling
Work Environment
- Varying work schedule – expected to work at least 1 week of graveyard shift per month
- May require 40+ hours / week
- Elevated noise levels
Physical Effort
Generally, not required.
Positions Supervised
None
Salary Range: $90,094 - $119,583
Please note this role has a closing date of on or before 1/9/24 midnight MST
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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