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Job Description
Causey Aviation Unmanned is one of the few UAS Air Carriers certified in the U.S. with retail and healthcare operations in several states.
Summary/Objective
Maintenance Technician for Part 135 Unmanned Operation for Part 135 sUAS delivery operations. This position will be responsible for routine and on-demand maintenance for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) used in the daily operations at multiple locations across Texas. The ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to meet customer, regulatory and business needs is imperative. This candidate will be expected to work closely with flight operations and other team members to accomplish all tasks associated with this position. All tasks must be completed thoroughly with great attention to detail and in line with compliance guidelines under minimal supervision. Based in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area. Some local travel will be required.
Classification
Full-Time, On-Call
Pay Rate
$22 - 25 Hourly
Pay rate is commensurate with relevant experience as well as the responsibilities of the position.
Full-time employees are eligible to participate in group insurance after 30 days of employment.
Location: Based in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area. Some local travel required. Some weekend/evening hours may be required. On-call rotating schedule
Reports to:
Director of Maintenance
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ability to understand and ensure compliance with FARs and other regulations as well as CAU standard operating procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with CAU team members
- Ability to carry out tasks with compliance and safety being the priority
- Perform routine and on-demand maintenance on UAS
- Prioritize and perform maintenance tasks in a manner that keeps the UAS in airworthy condition at all times
- Perform initial visual inspection and routine maintenance on the UAS and components
- Perform operational checks
- Dismantle and repair UAS and its components
- Clean parts and components of the UAS as required
- Identify, troubleshoot and repair discrepancies
- Document and sign off on all work throughout each process as authorized
- Follow maintenance manuals
- Performing maintenance test flights
Skills and Abilities:
- Basic mechanical, electrical and software engineering knowledge
- Ability to perform precision work with hand tools
- Mechanical and electrical integration and assembly experience
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of FAA regulations
- Safety orientated attitude
- Attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a valid driver’s license-subject to driving record check
- High School or equivalent
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Subject to DOT pre-employment drug screening
- Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
- Experience in aerospace or robotics
Competencies
1. Collaborative attitude
3. Strategic Thinking
4. Problem Solving/Analysis
5. Decision Making
6. Performance Management
7. Time Management
8. Crew Resource Management
9. Safety Management and Mitigation
Contingent
This job is contingent on being able to acquire an FAA repairman certificate within 60-90 days of hire.
Work Environment
This job occasionally operates in outdoor environments including inclement and hot weather, extreme-cold conditions in addition to office work. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, radio equipment, mobile phones, electronic tablets, multi-rotor small unmanned aircraft and remote control units.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to operate a vehicle and is required to speak and hear. The team member frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time; stand; walk; use hands, handle or feel; kneeling/crouching; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Usually normal business hours. This position may require on-call, weekend, and holiday work.
Citizenship
This position requires U.S. Citizenship. Causey Aviation Unmanned participates in the “” program to confirm employment eligibility as of January 2024.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change.
AAP/EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All offers of employment made by Causey Aviation Unmanned are subject to the successful completion of a background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 21 Years of Age? (This is due to corporate insurance requirements.)
- Are you willing to consent to pre-employment and random DOT drug and alcohol screening, as well as background checks?
License/Certification:
- Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
