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A&P Mechanic

by Skywest Airlines

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Date Posted

October 2, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Phoenix, Arizona

Application Deadline

November 1, 2026

Description

About SkyWest

Looking for the next step in your Aircraft Maintenance career? As a SkyWest A&P Mechanic, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment full of variety that puts your talent to work on our growing fleet of aircraft. Plus, new mechanics in Milwaukee (MKE), Chicago (ORD) and Salt Lake City (SLC) qualify for a $10,000 bonus with a commitment to work in that location for at least three years. Those with military A&P experience are also eligible for an additional $7,500 bonus. This rewarding opportunity will help you gain new skills as you work nose-to-tail on our aircraft, belong to a world-class family of fellow mechanics, and have a crucial impact on the entire SkyWest operation.

Primary Job Duties

As an A&P mechanic, you will work on the entire aircraft and effectively troubleshoot our growing fleet of CRJ200, CRJ550, CRJ700, CRJ900, and E175 aircraft. You will also:

  • Troubleshoot all aircraft systems
  • Be responsible for making critical decisions regarding aircraft safety in a timely manner
  • Be trained to perform all maintenance functions unsupervised, at any time
  • Manage all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork

Minimum Requirements

  • Meet all FAA and Safety Requirements
  • Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P Certificate
  • Possess good troubleshooting skills
  • Possess excellent communication and people skills
  • Possess problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Be willing to work a night/third shift position, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment, as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety
  • Preferred: CRJ and EMB experience
  • Preferred: Be familiar with Company and Manufacturer Manuals

Physical and Other Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license
  • Be able to read, write, and understand the English Language
  • Be able to comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely with or without reasonable accommodation
  • This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position

Please complete the online application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Phoenix, Arizona

What aviation pay actually covers in Phoenix — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$77,041
Median Rent
$1,458/mo
Median Home Value
$381,900
Gasoline (1 gal)
$4.32
Restaurant Meal
$18.25
Milk (1 L)
$1.1
Eggs (dozen)
$2.28

Rent runs about 22.7% of median income in Phoenix — affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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