Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Air Methods Corporation; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 46,452 - 58,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual location stipend

Job summary

Air Methods Corporation seeks a skilled Aircraft Mechanic at our Truckee base. You will perform inspections, repairs, and alterations on Company aircraft per FARs and manuals, ensuring accurate documentation and operational readiness.

Expect 25–50% travel, on-call nights/weekends, and a requirement to live within an hour of the base. Required is an active FAA A&P license with 2–5 years’ related experience, familiarity with RAMCO ERP, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2–5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED.
• FAR 135 operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and FARs.
• Verify part numbers and serial numbers match documentation upon installation or removal.
• Ensure maintenance documentation complies with regulations and manuals.
• Participate in the company SMS continuous improvement program and follow safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, professional work area and advise PIC of any maintenance issues.
• Request parts to maintain inventory for prompt repairs and operational readiness.

Skills

FAA A&P License

Electrical troubleshooting

Sheet metal repair

Read 337s & service bulletins

Team player

Flexible schedule

Education

FAA A&P license

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RAMCO ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

*** $20,000 Annual Location Stipend***

Rotor experience needed for this location as you will be working on an AS350 at this base. Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.

Truckee is a mountain town in Truckee on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada, near Lake Tahoe. It combines historic railroad roots with year-round outdoor recreation and is one of the main gateways to the Tahoe region.

Quick Facts About Truckee

• Population: about 17,000–17,400 residents.
• Elevation: roughly 5,800–6,000 feet above sea level downtown.
• County: Nevada County.
• Founded: 1863; incorporated as a town in 1993.
• Distance from major cities:
  • ~45 minutes from Reno
  • ~2 hours from Sacramento
  • ~3 hours from San Francisco
• Average annual snowfall: about 200 inches, making it one of the snowiest towns in the United States.

What Truckee Is Known For

• Historic downtown with preserved 19th-century railroad architecture.
• Proximity to Donner Lake and the site of the famous Donner Party tragedy.
• Ski access to resorts around the Tahoe basin.
• Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rafting, and winter sports.
• A strong outdoor lifestyle and mountain-town culture.

Nearby Cities and Communities

Within about 10–30 miles:

LocationApprox. DistanceNotesTahoe Vista9 miles eastNorth Lake Tahoe communityKings Beach10 miles eastLakeside town on the north shoreTahoe City12 miles southeastMajor North Tahoe hubTahoma18 miles southeastWest shore of Lake TahoeCarson City24 miles eastNevada's capital citySouth Lake Tahoe29 miles southeastLargest city around TahoeReno32 miles eastLargest nearby metro area and airport access

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
• Upon installation or removal of any component or assembly, the Mechanic shall verify by physical inspection or markings on the part that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner
• Responsible for correcting compliance or safety issues when directed by the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic
• Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including
• Request aviation parts and supplies in order to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness
• Other Duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

• Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 25 – 50%
• Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives will be expected.
• Must live within an hour of the base.

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED
• FAR 135 operations preferred

Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing
• Sheet metal and composite repair procedures
• Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, etc.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
• Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• RAMCO experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P License in good standing.

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Minimum pay

USD $33.72/Hr.

Maximum Pay

USD $42.15/Hr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation and proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)