Aircraft Maintenance Technician - SAN - #307028

Department: Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description:Pay & Benefits:
Pay of $34.73 per hour*, with the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale based on time in position. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums.

Benefits you’ll love:

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
• Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit***
• Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
• Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
• Explore more benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

W a nt to help pl a nes st a y re a dy to fly while working out on the r a mp? Line RON A ircr a ft M a inten a nce Technici a ns a t Southwest work outside on the r a mp to inspect a nd rep a ir pl a nes during overnight hours. They check systems, fix issues, a nd m a ke sure e a ch a ircr a ft is re a dy for its next flight. Working closely with Technic a l Oper a tions a nd A irport Te a ms, they help keep our schedule running smoothly. This role is perfect for someone who likes h a nds-on work, being outdoors, a nd helping Southwest deliver s a fe a nd on-time service every d a y. Check out wh a t a d a y a s a n A MT is like: sw a .is/D a y A s A n A MT

A ddition a l det a ils

This role is p a rt of a Collective B a rg a ining A greement (CB A ), which me a ns p a y, schedules, a nd other job det a ils a re set through a n a greement with the l a bor union.

Work schedules a re b a sed on seniority a nd m a y include e a rly mornings, l a te nights, weekends, a nd holid a ys. There m a y be times when m a nd a tory overtime is required to support flight oper a tions, but there a re a lso opportunities to tr a de shifts a nd find a schedule th a t works for you.

U.S. citizenship or current a uthoriz a tion to work in the U.S. required a nd no current or future work a uthoriz a tion sponsorship a v a il a ble.

Le a rn more a bout becoming a n A ircr a ft M a inten a nce Technici a n a nd the F A Qs: https://c a reers.southwest a ir.com/tech-ops

We’re committed to f a ir hiring pr a ctices a nd to m a king employment decisions without reg a rd to r a ce, color, religion, sex, sexu a l orient a tion, gender identity, gender expression, n a tion a l origin, a ge, milit a ry or veter a n st a tus, dis a bility, genetic inform a tion, or other leg a lly protected ch a r a cteristics.
Responsibilities
Works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company
The work of the Mechanic shall include all work generally recognized as Mechanic's work performed by the Company in its airline operations in and about Company shops, maintenance bases, and maintenance stations--including, but not limited to--checks, dismantling, overhauling, repairing, fabricating, assembling, welding, erecting, and painting all parts of aircraft, aircraft engines, radio equipment, instruments, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and machine tool work in connection therewith
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders, with all internal and external Customers
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance procedures manuals and related documents, wire diagrams, blue prints, Aircraft Change Orders, special items and log write ups
Must be able to follow instructions, learn, understand, and comply with maintenance procedures, rules and regulations
Must be able to write accurate and complete summaries of work accomplished on required forms and sign to verify work was performed as indicated
Must have sufficient computer skills to access and complete computer based training modules
Must be able to meet all training requirements in a timely manner
Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed
Must be able to perform well in fast paced environment working under specific deadlines and time constraints to perform aircraft maintenance to meet the demands of the flight schedule
Must work well with others as part of a team and work under stressful situations
Must be able to remain alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment effectively
Must be able to communicate information and instructions in writing, verbally or via radio equipment
Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationship with all Internal and External customers
Works in cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Required: 2 years of Aircraft Maintenance Experience, including 1 year of Heavy Jet Aircraft Maintenance Experience (12,500 lbs or more)
Required: Must meet the recency of experience requirements of CFR 65.83
To satisfy the recent work experience requirement, the applicant must have been actively working, utilizing their A&P license for at least 6 of the preceding 24 months
As operations permit, applicants who cannot meet this requirement and are awarded an AMT classification, must work under the supervision of an AMT for six months and may also be required to attend additional training
Licensing/Certification
Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License
Valid Federal A&P Certificates, as required by Federal Law
Physical Abilities
Must be able to perform all job functions within cramped and confined spaces and in hazardous areas
Must be able to lift and move items of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods of time
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must possess the tools required to perform routine aircraft maintenance
Must be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime

• The pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period. **401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.

***Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.

Pay Rate: $34.73

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
07/07/2026