Aircraft Technician (Rotorcraft)

Broward County Sheriff's Office; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Sheriff's Office Aviation Division is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician to maintain fleet helicopters and related electronics per FAA regulations. The role requires extensive hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and record-keeping, with emphasis on turbine-powered rotorcraft in a law-enforcement setting.

The position supports ongoing flight operations, performs system inspections, and ensures compliance with aviation standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with possible foreign diploma evaluation.
• Vocational/technical training in rotorcraft maintenance and repair.
• Three years of maintenance and avionics experience, including two years on turbine-powered helicopters in Part 91/135/145.
• Two years’ experience on Airbus H125/H145 rotorcraft equipment.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, testing procedures and maintenance standards.
• Hold a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, overhaul, and maintain fleet aircraft and related components per FAA regulations and manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Maintain avionics, electrical, navigation, and mission equipment systems per FAA regs and data.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure safety and proper working condition of flight equipment.
• Keep detailed records of work performed, inspections, conditions found, and safety compliance.
• Maintain department records, inventory, manuals, and vendor lists.
• Perform routine maintenance and flight checks prior to flights.
• Respond to callouts promptly and coordinate with supervisors and vendors.

Skills

Rotorcraft maintenance

Avionics troubleshooting

Troubleshooting procedures

FAA regulations

Electrical systems maintenance

Education

Vocational/technical rotorcraft maintenance training

Tools

Airbus H125/H145 systems

Job description

1. High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
2. Vocational/technical training in rotorcraft maintenance and repair required.
3. Three (3) years maintenance and avionics experience with a minimum of two (2) years maintaining turbine powered helicopters in a Part 91, Part 135 and/or Part 145 environment.
4. Two (2) years’ experience in the troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of Airbus H125 and H145 rotorcraft equipment and related components according to manufacturer specifications as a certified mechanic preferred.
5. Knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures used in maintenance and repair of aircraft equipment.
6. Knowledge of FAA regulations and requirements, testing procedures, service techniques, methods of troubleshooting, corrosion control, inspection requirements and retirement times.
7. Knowledge of current FAA civilian maintenance standards, as outlined in FAR Part 91, and Part 35, Forms 337s, STCs MEL and Avionics
8. Current Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant license.
9. Additional industry specific maintenance, engine, and/or other certifications may be required, as dictated by the current model and type of aircraft secured and in use by the agency.
10. Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without any restrictions that affect job performance.
11. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented on the application.

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to maintain fleet aircraft and related aviation equipment in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations within the Aviation Division of the Broward Sheriff's Office. Employees in this classification perform skilled maintenance and repair work as directed. Position reports to the Senior Aircraft Technician.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Inspects, repairs, overhauls, cleans, paints and provides for the general and routine maintenance, as needed, for fleet aircraft and related components and equipment in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and aircraft manufacturer’s recommendations.

Troubleshoots, diagnoses, tests, repairs, installs, modified, and maintains aircraft avionics, electrical, communication, navigation, and mission equipment systems and components in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, manufacturer specifications, and approved technical data.

Conducts periodic routine inspections for the purpose of ensuring continued safety and proper working condition of flight equipment.

Maintains detailed records concerning all work conducted, inspections performed, conditions found, and safety compliance.

Maintains departmental records and updates of inventory, service manuals, accounts receivable/payables, list of vendors/parts, and any other department related documentation.

Checks, repairs and upgrades aircraft pursuant to Federal Aviation Administration guidelines and directives.

Maintains and files reports, records, and/or statements relating to unit functions, as required by established standards and Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

Conducts routine maintenance and flight checks prior to aircraft flight.

Ensures proper use, maintenance, care, and accounting of materials, tools and equipment.

Promptly responds to callout notifications.

Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Communicates with supervisors, other division employees, contractors, vendors/suppliers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems.

Operates a personal computer as necessary to complete essential functions.

Performs related work as directed.

Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Requires intermittent lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects (100+ pounds). Most tasks are performed in an equipment/engine repair shop environment, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents. Some tasks are performed in an environment with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, toxic agents. Tasks include working around moving parts, equipment, carts, and materials handling where physical risks are predictable/controllable by observance of standard safety precautions.

Broward Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.