A&P Helicopter Technician (AMT) - Woodland, CA

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Woodland (CA)

On-site

USD 89,048,000 - 146,136,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Advanced Helicopter Services, headquartered in Northern California and located in Woodland, CA, is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to join our team. You will maintain and repair aircraft structures, flight controls, hydraulics, and fuel systems to restore aircraft to airworthy condition.

Relocation assistance is available; a valid A&P license and rotor-wing experience are required. You will report to the Airframe Services Program Manager and work in a collaborative shop environment focused on

Qualifications

Current, valid A&P license with min 2 years recent and verifiable experience (military exp can be applied).
Experience with turbine rotor wing required.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair aircraft structures and related components.
Apply technical knowledge of A&P systems to diagnose malfunctions and restore airworthiness.
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures.
Meet all job/work order deadlines and communicate status to supervision.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Education

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate (Required)

Valid Driver's License (Required)

Job description

(Located in Woodland, CA. Relocation assistance available.)

Who We Are

Advanced Helicopter Services is a medium sized full-service helicopter facility headquartered in Northern California. We provide worldwide around the clock service and support. Our AHS team consists of highly qualified factory trained technicians and knowledgeable support specialists that take pride in their work in the area of safety, reliability and responsiveness. We hope you will join us as we continue to commit to Creating Raving Fans, Internally and Externally.

AHS values our employees and their families. All full-time employees are offered 100% paid medical*, dental and vision plans for its employees. Family medical is 50% employer paid. We also offer life/AD&D insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Account, supplemental insurance and Paid Time Off.

medical base plan is 100% covered.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position is in Woodland, CA. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of a team environment focused on creating raving fans internally and externally. You’ll maintain and repair aircraft structures and related components including flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components. You’ll apply technical knowledge of A&P systems to determine equipment malfunctions and apply expertise in restoring aircraft to safe, airworthy condition. This position reports directly to the Airframe Services Program Manager.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, you’ll need to be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must ensure aircraft are safely maintained in accordance with the Airworthiness Standards prescribed by applicable Regulations, Airworthiness Directives and Standard Practice.
Maintains records in compliance with FAA and company requirements.
Maintains premises of the shop facility in a clean and organized manner.
Maintains equipment, tools and facilities in serviceable and working condition.
Meets all job/Work Order deadlines, communicating to supervisor/manager when circumstances may prevent on-time completion.
Assures proper information is shared i.e. job timelines, shop issues, parts delays, and change orders.
Additional job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE HANGAR (Required Qualifications)

Current, valid A&P license with min 2 years recent and verifiable experience (military exp can be applied)
Experience with turbine rotor wing required
Clean & valid driver’s license
Must be eligible for DOD clearance
Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and FAA regulated drug/alcohol tests prior to start.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

WHAT WE PREFER YOU ALSO BRING (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience with Airbus, Bell and Robinson aircraft will be given preference
Understanding and experience within a Part 145 repair station

Aircraft Models: Airbus EC120, AS350 (H125), EC130 (H130), Airbus EC135 (H135), Airbus BK117 (H145), Bell 429, 430, 407, 206, Leonardo 109, MD 500, Robinson R22, R44, R66.

Competencies

Mechanical Aptitude
Time Management
Leadership
Project Management
Teamwork Orientation
Problem Solving Ability

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 70#
Ability to physically perform climbing, stooping, stretching, and physical movements and postures normally associated with hangar/flight line activities
Must be able to work in environment that is not temperature/humidity controlled
Must be able to work on your feet hours at a time

Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. and be able to pass criminal background check and drug test prior to start. Once on our roster you will participate in our FAA Drug & Alcohol Program.

Eeo Statement

Advanced Helicopter Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 - $51.00 per hour

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