Aviation Maintenance Technician 135 Sr Pool

Air Methods; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods in the North Central region is seeking a Rotorcraft Mechanic with hands-on experience on AS350, EC130/EC135, Bell 407 or Bell 429, plus RAMCO and avionics knowledge. The technician is expected to perform maintenance planning to maximize aircraft availability and ensure all work complies with the GMM and applicable FARs.

The role requires a current FAA A&P license, five years of rotorcraft experience, and willingness to work a flexible schedule with on-call nights, weekends, and

Qualifications

• Five years of related rotorcraft maintenance experience.
• Active/current FAA A&P license required.
• FAR 135 HEMS operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs per procedures and regs.
• Verify part numbers/serials against documentation.
• Maintain compliant maintenance records per FARs and manuals.
• Lead mechanic in the absence of the Lead Mechanic; mentor others.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Sheet metal repair

Composite repair

Read SBs/ADs

Multi-tasking

Team player

Flexible schedule

RAMCO

MS Office

Reading 8130-3

Education

FAA A&P license

Tools

RAMCO

Job description

Overview

Job Summary Rotorcraft Mechanic with experience on any of the following aircraft (AS350's, EC130's, EC135's, Bell 407's, or Bell 429's), RAMCO experience and knowledgeable in avionics. For this role must live in the North Central Region (CO, IA, ID, MN, MT, NE, SD, UT, WI, WY). Responsible for performing aircraft maintenance, including planning maintenance efficiently and effectively to maximize aircraft availability while demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures 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. Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Serves as Lead Mechanic in the absence of the Lead Mechanic.
• 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 (Status Report, if item is tracked), Parts Tag, 8130-3, 337, or any other maintenance release.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• 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, Regional Maintenance Manager, or Lead Mechanic.
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including.
• 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.
• Responsible for mentoring mechanics within all maintenance and operational functions at the base and providing on the job training (OJT).
• Troubleshoots and provides over-the-phone and on sight problem solving to outlying mechanics.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 100%
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

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.

Education & Experience

• Five (5) years’ related experience
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED
• FAR 135 HEMs operations experience required

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

Computer Skills

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

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P License in good standing.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) Preferred

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident). 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.

Benefits

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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, 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)