Aircraft Mechanic

State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Agriculture & Consumer Services seeks an Aircraft Mechanic (S) for the NC Forest Service Aviation Division, based at Duplin Hangar, Kenansville. Responsibilities include inspecting, maintaining, and repairing fixed and rotary aircraft to support wildfire suppression and environmental operations.

Required FAA Airframe & Powerplant license, plus experience or an equivalent combination of training. CDL requirements and pre-employment drug testing may apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an FAA approved aviation maintenance technician school and one year of experience in aircraft inspection, maintenance and repair; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair aircraft as part of the NC Forest Service Aviation Division.
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and sign off on maintenance logs in accordance with FARs.
• Support wildfire suppression and airworthiness requirements as part of the flight crew.

Skills

Aircraft knowledge

Fixed/rotary aircraft

Turbine engines

Hydraulic systems

FARs compliance

Maintenance tracking

Education

FAA A&P license

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent training/experience

Job description

AgencyDept of Agriculture , Consumer ServicesDivisionNorth Carolina Forest ServiceJob Classification TitleAircraft Mechanic (S)Position Number60031652GradeNC12About UsThe N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.Description of WorkJob postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina.The NCFS Aviation Division is responsible for fire detection and suppression, airborne pest control detection, water quality, hazard reduction burning, and other supporting flights.The primary purpose of the NCFS Maintenance Organization is to maintain the Division’s aircraft and serve on the flight crew to assist in wildfire suppression.Residency requirement - Must reside within one hour of required duty station.Duty Station Location: Duplin Hangar, 212 Airport Road, Kenansville, NC 28349Must have a NC Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesRecruitment Range: $47,703 - $83,479Knowledge of fixed and rotary aircraft and their repair, turbine engine repair, single and multi-engine application, and hydraulic systems.Computer experience necessary for electronic Airworthiness (AD) and (Service Bulletins (SB) search and maintenance tracking system.Working knowledge of FARs pertaining to maintenance and logbook sign off.Ability to perform testing and checks on all aircraft components and system required by maintenance manuals.Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. *Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Graduation from an FAA approved aviation maintenance technician school and one year of experience in aircraft inspection, maintenance and repair; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Necessary Special Requirements:Possession of valid Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant license.May require current certification by the EPA as a type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by CFR part 82, subpart F.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Lori Lynnette ReedRecruiter Email: [e-mail]