DOUBLE M AVIATION
Double M Aviation is an A&P/IA-owned and operated maintenance facility located at Lakeland Linder International Airport. Our focus is on providing quality maintenance to general aviation aircraft owners by cultivating a family-friendly environment for both customers and employees. Breaking with the traditional aviation culture of cyclical hiring and layoffs, Double M Aviation believes that hiring a new employee is making a commitment to long-term employment. This approach allows our employees to create relationships with co-workers and customers that foster communication, trust, and ultimately, quality aircraft maintenance.
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Job Description:
The Airframe & Powerplant Technician ensures the safety, integrity, and reliability of privately owned, general aviation aircraft. This is accomplished by performing maintenance, repairs, and inspections on the airframe and powerplant portions of the aircraft. They work closely with the Assistant Director of Maintenance and Project Manager to identify issues or problems that arise during maintenance and develop solutions. They are responsible for inspecting and reporting any squawks found, documenting all work performed, and other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Aircraft Inspection and Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on aircraft airframes and powerplants in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
- Troubleshooting and Diagnose: Troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues to determine necessary repairs.
- Component Repair and Maintenance: Perform repairs and replacements of aircraft components as needed
- Maintenance Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation of repairs performed and parts used.
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Collaborate with superiors and other team members to resolve complex technical issues.
- Safety and Workspace Management: Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Industry Compliance and Updates: Stay up-to-date with industry developments and regulations to ensure compliance.
- Technical Data Analysis and Interpretation: Access and interpret technical data, including manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, wiring diagrams, and other documentation to support maintenance and repair tasks.
Qualifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification is required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Job Description:
The Shop Assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our aviation shop and surrounding grounds. They report to the Assistant Director of Maintenance, carrying out daily, weekly, and monthly tasks needed to ensure the shop is tidy and clean at all times.
Responsibilities:
- Surface Cleaning: Thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces, including floors, countertops, and workbenches, using appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment.
- Floor Care: Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors regularly to remove dirt, debris, and spills, ensuring a hazard-free and polished appearance.
- Sanitization: Disinfect commonly touched surfaces such as doorknobs, handrails, and restroom fixtures to prevent the spread of germs and maintain a hygienic environment.
- Restroom Maintenance: Ensure restrooms are clean, stocked with essential supplies, and free of unpleasant odors by regularly cleaning and sanitizing toilets, sinks, mirrors, and other fixtures.
- Trash Disposal: Empty waste bins and disposal of trash in designated receptacles, maintaining cleanliness and preventing the accumulation of debris throughout the facility.
- Vehicle Detailing: Perform detailed cleaning of company aircraft and automobile exteriors and interiors to meet company standards and enhance the overall presentation of our fleet.
- Window Cleaning: Clean windows, glass doors, and other transparent surfaces to ensure optimal visibility and contribute to the overall cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of the facility.
- Supply Availability: Ensure the availability of necessary cleaning supplies and equipment and communicate with management to notify them when supplies are running low, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Specialized Cleaning Tasks: Tackle specific cleaning tasks and challenges as assigned by management to maintain a pristine environment.
Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork.
- Physical stamina to perform tasks that may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Enjoys customer service
- Has excellent organizational and time management skills
- Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Follows established procedures
- Is proficient in MS Office
- Types 50+ wpm
- Aviation experience preferred but not required
- Interacting with customers
- Perform receptionist duties
- Work order data entry
- Aircraft records research and documentation
- Assisting with office work and performing all other duties as assigned
- Health insurance with an option at NO cost for employee only coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (12 days / year)
- Paid Holidays
- Annual Bonus Structure
- Direct Deposit / Weekly paid
- Amazon Prime
- Excellent opportunity for growth
- and much more!
Job Description: The Aircraft Records Analyst will compile and research aircraft records. They work closely with the Assistant Director of Operations to ensure information is communicated effectively to the customer during each maintenance event. They also perform administrative duties such as phone and email communications, preparing and updating various documents and reports, and aiding the Assistant Director of Operations as needed.
Responsibilities: Aircraft Logbook and Data Research: Research incoming aircraft logbooks and supporting data, providing the information found to the ADO to aid in determining the work scope of the project. Read and interpret aircraft documents and maintenance manuals, categorizing and recording this information appropriately.
Logbook and Document Organization: Organize aircraft logbooks and documents to ensure easy access and retrieval. Maintain systematic records to support efficient information management and compliance. Create FAA forms such as weight & balance, AD compliance lists, Form 337s, etc.
Information Management: Collaborate closely with the ADO to create and enhance systems for information retrieval, processing, organization, and implementation. Ensure efficient and effective handling of crucial data to support operational needs.
Work Orders: Assist the ADO in the creation and updating of work orders throughout the maintenance event to ensure timely and accurate completion.
Communications Flow: Efficiently channel incoming customer communications (emails, phone calls, and in-person interactions) to the relevant department when information is needed that is beyond the Admin Assistant’s scope of knowledge. Compose, send, and manage emails on behalf of the office, ensuring that all customer-related communications are clear, informative, and courteous.
Intra-department Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues to relate information regarding to aircraft records and maintenance. This research supports team members by providing accurate data to aid in decision-making and enhances the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team’s operations.
Trends Analysis & Feedback: Monitor customer sentiment and feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement. Utilize this feedback to make recommendations to management on ways to improve customer communications.
Administrative Assistant Back-up: Step in to perform administrative assistant duties when the Administrative Assistant is absent or backlogged.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, etc.)
- Strong accuracy and attention to documenting aircraft records data and communicating with customers
- Excellent communication skills when interacting with customers regarding updates, maintenance status, and issues discovered during a maintenance event
- Ability to independently prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
- Strong research skills and ability to interpret information found.
Competitive
- We feel that employees are able to add value to our company when they have the tools available to them to limit their day-to-day stressors that occur both inside and outside of the workplace. To that end, Double M Aviation offers fully paid medical insurance for our employees. We cover 100% of the monthly premium so it’s never a question of if the insurance is affordable
- We think everyone should have options. Our current healthcare plan has a Health Savings Account (HSA) option. Our employees are encouraged to contribute to this pre-tax plan directly from their weekly paycheck
We know each employee’s needs differ, so we offer additional healthcare options that can be added to the base healthcare plan such as coverage for dependents, dental, vision, etc.
Upon hire, employees are automatically enrolled in the Paid Time Off (PTO) program. The hours accrued during the initial month of employment are prorated according to the hire date and are immediately available for use.
| Timeline | Annual Accrual (Days) | Annual Accrual (Hours) | Accrual Intervals |
| Year 1 & 2 | 12 days | 96 hours | 8 hours / mo. |
| Year 3 & 4 | 16.5 days | 132 hours | 11 hours / mo. |
| Year 5+ | 21 days | 168 hours | 14 hours / mo. |
In addition to PTO, we provide the following days as paid holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day (Fourth of July)
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
We believe in planning for the future. To provide our employees with a clear path to a successful retirement, we participate in a Company Match 401k program. Employees become eligible to participate in this program at the end of their 90-day probationary period and are fully vested immediately.
Another way we can reduce an employee’s at-home stress is by providing uniforms with company-paid laundry service. At the end of each week employees bring in their unlaundered uniforms and receive a new set of uniforms, ready to wear for the upcoming week.
Our employees enjoy working in aviation but have at-home lives that benefit from a traditional schedule that allows them to be home with their families every night. This schedule is not the norm in aviation, so we are excited to be able to bring some consistency to our employee’s schedule through our scheduled work hours.
At Double M, we prioritize merit-based wage increases over tenure-based ones. We believe that employees should be rewarded based on their ability to successfully complete assigned tasks, rather than solely on the duration of their employment. To ensure fairness and flexibility, we encourage wage reviews to be requested by an employee’s management team at any time, not limited to just once annually.
Employees receive an invitation to create an Amazon account with a company paid Amazon Prime membership that can be used for both business and personal purchases. Employees can also connect pre-existing Amazon accounts with the company paid Prime membership to enjoy the benefits of Prime that way as well.
The annual bonus program at Double M Aviation is designed to foster a culture of recognition and appreciation for our employees. We attribute our success to their dedication and hard work, and this program is our way of saying thank you and encouraging a long-lasting commitment to our shared goals.
- Year 1 Bonus: 2% of total earnings
- Year 2 Bonus: 3% of total earnings
- Year 3 Bonus: 5% of total earnings
- Year 4 Bonus: 7.5% of total earnings
- Year 5 Bonus: 10% of total earnings (max cap)
We offer various paid and unpaid leave options to accommodate employees who require extended absences from the workplace. These policies are crafted to provide support to the employee while also enabling both the company and its employees to plan for the future effectively.
Company
To us, this means we recognize that our employees have a life outside of their job. Making a commitment to long term employment means we recognize that our employees go through different seasons in their lives. We make every effort to walk alongside our employees through these seasons and support them in every way we can.
We strongly believe that everyone wants to be proud of the company they are a part of. To this end, we strive to be the best at what we do. We have made a commitment to our customers and our employees that safety standards will be upheld and the end product will be exceptional. Employees can be proud to be part of the Double M family knowing the highest standards of aircraft safety are at the core of what we do.
We believe in giving back. To accomplish this, we have established the Double M Foundation, a non-profit organization through which we can give back to the local aviation community. We ask our employees to set aside one Saturday the month of April as a paid-work day to participate in our annual Fundraiser during the Sun ‘n Fun Fly-in.
In the ever-changing business climate, the only way to succeed is to constantly evolve and grow. We are always exploring new avenues of growth that will provide growth opportunities to the business and our employees. Since 2015, we have expanded to include a charter company, Double M Charters, and established a non-profit organization, Double M Foundation.
