Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Multiple Locations)
Southwest AirlinesAbout the role
Department:
Technical OperationsOur 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 to $34.73 per hour*, plus $8.50/hr. A&P Premium for A&P licenses. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. 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 with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings***
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
Want to help planes stay ready to fly while working out on the ramp? Line RON Aircraft Maintenance Technicians at Southwest work outside on the ramp to inspect and repair planes during overnight hours. They check systems, fix issues, and make sure each aircraft is ready for its next flight. Working closely with Technical Operations and Airport Teams, they help keep our schedule running smoothly. This role is perfect for someone who likes hands-on work, being outdoors, and helping Southwest deliver safe and on-time service every day. Check out what a day as an AMT is like: swa.is/DayAsAnAMT
Additional details
- Candidates chosen for in-person interviews will be offered an interview on select dates in July 2026, which will take place at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX.
- This position will be assigned to one of the following locations based on business need: Denver, CO(DEN), Phoenix, AZ (PHX), Houston, TX (HOU), or Dallas, TX (DAL). Preferred location(s) will be considered but are not guaranteed.
- This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union.
- Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you.
- U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
- Learn more about becoming an Aircraft Maintenance Technician and the FAQs: https://careers.southwestair.com/tech-ops
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
- 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
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