Maintenance Training Manager

Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in Bethel, Emmonak, Dillingham, King Salmon, Cold Bay, Dutch Harbor, Kenai, and Anchorage, Grant Aviation provides scheduled air transport of passengers, cargo, and mail, as well as air ambulance and charter service. Grant Aviation employs approximately 400 people.

We believe that air travel isn't a luxury - it's a necessity - and we are committed to creating a safe, friendly, and reliable experience for all our customers.

Our company is built upon respect for our customers, employees, and communities, and we constantly work to improve our operations to ensure smooth travel and enjoyable experiences. We are professional, while staying true to our Alaskan roots and commitment to the personal touch.

POSITION: Maintenance Training Manager

The Maintenance Training Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and delivering training programs for Grant Aviation's Maintenance Department personnel. This role ensures regulatory compliance, maintains training records, supports audit requirements, and coordinates with internal departments and external vendors to meet training needs. This full-time position is based at our Anchorage offices located at the south end of Ted Stevens International Airport. The Maintenance Training Manager is required to exhibit Grant's values of Safety, Customer Service, and Community, while practicing professionalism when interacting with internal or external stakeholders.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage the Maintenance Department Training Program under the direction of the Director of Maintenance.
  • Serve as an authorized representative to perform CASS audits and participate in CASS meetings.
  • Coordinate with the Human Resources Department regarding training, orientation, compliance, and personnel matters.
  • Responsible for the development, currency, and dissemination of the Maintenance Personnel Roster.
  • Design, develop, and assign online training courses for initial and recurrent training in accordance with the General Maintenance Manual (GMM), company policy, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, schedule, and conduct in-person classroom training for department employees.
  • Maintain and retain training records; track recurring training requirements and authorizations for all maintenance personnel.
  • Research and evaluate third-party training providers; coordinate contracted training approvals from leadership as required.
  • Travel to remote maintenance bases to conduct training sessions and/or audits as needed.
  • Validate Airmen Certificates for maintenance personnel.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS – (typically acquired through initial training)

  • Working knowledge of the General Operations Manual (GOM), Operations Specifications (OpSpecs), General Maintenance Manual (GMM), and Approved Aircraft Inspection Program (AAIP)
  • Thorough understanding of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations
  • Familiarity with flight manuals and other documentation relevant to assigned duties
  • HAZMAT recognition

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Demonstrated technical proficiency in developing training programs aligned with company policies and regulatory standards.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to obtain SIDA badge.
  • Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, work on ladders or platforms, and perform duties outdoors in inclement weather when required.
  • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and programs.
  • Advanced proficiency in aviation-related software and tools, including Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and P&WC portal.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Competitive pay - the pay range for this position is $32 - 39 per hour. Pay will be set based on your experience, aptitude, and qualifications
  • Medical, dental, and vision.
  • Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
  • PTO and paid holidays.
  • Flight benefits.
  • 401(k) program.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • HSA for qualified plans.
  • Voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
  • Voluntary short- and long-term disability.
  • Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.

Grant Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates seeking reasonable accommodation in the recruitment or employment processes should contact Human Resources at: humanresources@flygrant.com.



Candidates may be subject to pre-employment background checks and drug testing as a condition of employment.

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...