Line Maintenance Manager
Company: Total Aerospace Services
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Our client is an
Indianapolis-based regional airline that operates the largest fleet
of Embraer 170/175 aircraft in the country, with crew bases in 10
cities (LGA, ORD, CMH, IND, BOS, SDF, EWR, PHL, PIT, and DCA). The
company proudly provides 1000 daily departures to over 100 cities
in the US, Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean. The company
employs over 6000 aviation professionals in diverse specialties.
They are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Manager job in
Chicago, IL. What Is In It For You Salary: Depending on experience.
Relocation assistance is provided. Compensation is $110,000-125,000
Position Type : Permanent - Full-time Benefits: Dental, medical,
410k, PTO, and sick pay monthly. A Day In The Life of a Maintenance
Manager The position you are applying for plans, coordinates, and
directs aircraft maintenance at a line station to produce
cost-effective, reliable maintenance operations in compliance with
policies, procedures, and regulations. You will also ensure the
facility is maintained in compliance with company and OSHA
regulations. Essential Duties of The Maintenance Manager Manages
mechanics in overall maintenance operation in compliance with 14
CFR, manufacturers' specifications, the GMM, Company policy and
procedures, and other methods accepted by the FAA and OSHA. Assists
in and/or develops effective schedules to meet the operation's
demands. Utilizes manpower and schedules to complete maintenance
effectively. Keeps informed of the status of work-in-progress and
prioritizes work. Ensures proper staffing levels are maintained.
Develops innovative solutions to make aircraft maintenance
processes more efficient and effective. Ensures that the
maintenance base has adequate materials, calibrated tooling, and
equipment to accomplish maintenance effectively. Maintains the
maintenance base in good working condition. Evaluates Continuous
Analysis and Surveillance System process to ensure best maintenance
practices are used. Ensures that detailed accident or damage
reports are completed when incidents occur and makes
recommendations to prevent reoccurrence. Recommends changes to GMM
to eliminate conflicts and/or enhance operational effectiveness.
Supports other locations’ maintenance base operations by taking
into account Company-wide interests. Ensure OSHA/safety guidelines
are followed. Ensures safety training of all mechanics. Manages
timely and accurate information on aircraft status, including
accurate communication with Maintenance Control. Coordinates with
human resources for questions/issues with leaves of absence,
compensation, benefits EAP, etc. Oversees vendors (building
maintenance, uniform, janitorial, etc.) to ensure that all work and
services are provided in a timely manner. Fosters the Company’s
core values and culture throughout the work environment. Screens,
interviews, and makes recommendations for hiring potential
employees. Coaches and provides leadership, direction, motivation,
and supervision of direct reports. Appraises performance, provides
performance feedback, takes corrective actions, and oversees the
training and development of staff. Performs special projects and
other duties as assigned or required. Required Knowledge, Skills,
And Abilities Education And/Or Experience. High school diploma or
equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license 6 years of
A&P experience on similar aircraft, with at least two of those
years in a supervisory or lead position. Proficiency in Microsoft
Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
Preferred Education And/Or Experience An Associate’s or bachelor’s
degree in business, management, aircraft maintenance, or related
field. RII and Run and Taxi qualifications on applicable aircraft.
Other Requirements Possess a stable employment history. Must have
and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
Able to work both in a team setting and individually. Able to
prioritize multiple tasks in a stressful environment. Must be able
to communicate in a practical, calm, and professional manner at all
times. Regulatory Able to pass an FAA-required 10-year work history
review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks. Willing
to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and
alcohol tests. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write
reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions from
groups of managers, associates, and the general public.
Reasoning/Problem-Solving Ability Ability to define problems and
deal with various variables in situations where only limited
standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of
instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Decision Making Makes decisions daily on the use of resources,
performance, and budgets. Decisions could require additional
expenditure of resources if sound decisions are made. Physical
Demands The physical demands described here represent those that an
employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job
successfully. Able to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle and
feel, and reach with hands/arms up to 20% of the time. Able to
climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl up to 20% of the
time. Able to lift up to 50 pounds at least 20% of the time. Able
to lift or move 75 pounds at least 10% of the time. Must be able to
see to perform work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft, and
machinery. Work Environment The work environment characteristics
described here are representative of those an employee encounter
while performing the essential functions of this job. Work near
moving mechanical parts, and work with fumes or airborne particles
over 50% of the time. Work in high, precarious places up to 10% of
the time. Work around toxic or caustic chemicals up to 10% of the
time. Work in outdoor weather conditions within an open-air hangar
up to 20% of the time. The work environment can be loud. Able to
work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support 24-hour
operations. Travel Requirements: Able to travel up to 20% of the
time, including overnight stays. If you are interested in the
Maintenance Manager job in Chicago, IL, apply today! This vacancy
is being advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC. The services
advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC are those of an
Employment Agency.
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