Job Title- Aviation Maintenance Technician I (A&P)

Department- Elevate MRO

Reports to- Aviation Maintenance Technician Lead

Location- Salt Lake City, UT (Pay range, depending on experience: $35.00-$40.00 an hour)

Who we are-

Elevate MRO is the maintenance and engineering division of Elevate Aviation Group, providing aircraft owners and operators with the assurance that their assets are in expert hands. Based in Salt Lake City, our technicians deliver inspections, repairs, parts sourcing, and AOG recovery with precision and urgency. As part of an integrated network of maintenance, management, and operational expertise, Elevate MRO offers priority access, cost efficiency, and complete reliability—ensuring that when our clients need us, we are there.

Summary of position-

Aviation Maintenance Technician I will be expected to successfully perform inspections, maintenance, and repair of customer aircraft and articles in an airworthy manner and in compliance manufacturer’s maintenance instructions and/or other approved data, applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (Parts 43, 65, 145, etc.), customer requirements, and company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities-

• Documenting all work performed daily and ensuring a smooth transition between workdays/shifts.
• Accounting for all tools and equipment daily and prior to release of any aircraft or article.
• Ensuring only approved parts, materials, and tools or equipment are used in the performance of duties and fully documenting the use of all spare parts and materials utilized on assigned aircraft or articles.
• Ensuring all labor and materials are properly accounted for and are allocated to the job in an economical manner.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work environment and controlling foreign object debris (FOD) potential.
• Maintaining job proficiency by fully participating in the company training and continuous improvement programs.
• Confidentiality of company business, projects, and plans is required and discussion with third party personnel or organizations is prohibited. Position requires compliance with a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement.
• Maintain role as key individual responsible for a specific project or area of the location (i.e. calibration of all tools, paint booth, battery area/shop).
• In collaboration with supervisor, identify 2-3 aircraft models to become proficient in, to include upskilling to be able to, when qualified, return those models to service.
• Mentorship of newly hired technicians, including guidance through initial tasks completed independently.
• Performance of other duties as assigned and/or outlined by management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities-

• 1-5 years of documented experience in the aircraft inspection, maintenance, and repair for the aircraft models on the Repair Station’s certificate.
• Must be knowledgeable with FAR’s and the use of manuals.
• Able to see projects through to completion and continuous updates to supervisor is required.

Education & Experience-

• Must have a valid and current FAA Airframe & Powerplant license.
• High School diploma required. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.

Schedule & Travel-

• The work schedule is driven by customer requirements and schedules; however, the typical work schedule includes five 8-hour workdays weekly on either first or second shift. Overtime, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays may be required to support customer delivery schedules.
• Travel is required for this role. Recurrent multi-day domestic and international on-site customer support trips are required.

Miscellaneous-

• FLSA Status- Full-time non-exempt
• Lifting requirements- Up to 50lbs
• U.S. work authorization is a precondition of employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S, both now and at all future times. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

About Elevate Aviation Group-

Elevate Aviation Group is a privately held aviation organization established in 1995, comprising Private Jet Services (PJS), Elevate Jet, and Elevate MRO. Together, these divisions serve every stage of private aviation, from first inquiry and flight planning to aircraft acquisition, management, and maintenance.

We occupy a rare position in private aviation, combining the scale and resources of a national organization with the agility and discretion of a boutique firm. Operating at the standard of aviation excellence means holding our people to that same standard. Our teams anticipate needs, take ownership, and approach every mission with care, precision, and pride. In this world, the greatest cost is not the flight itself but the cost of not arriving when it matters most.

As we enter our fourth decade, we are revolutionizing how we approach the market, building a technology-enabled system that empowers our people to focus on what they do best: anticipating problems before they occur so they never reach our clients, and providing a frictionless, calm experience from departure to destination. For nearly thirty years, we have supported some of the most defining moments in modern history—from presidential campaigns and global sporting events to world tours and humanitarian missions—all with an unwavering commitment to flawless execution.

We are the architects of seamless arrival.