Aviation Maintenance Technician - Dalhart, TX

D.O.M. magazine; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

40-hour workweek

Paid overtime

On-call rotation

Job summary

Apollo MedFlight in the San Antonio area is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician. This permanent, on-site role requires an A&P certificate and rotor-wing experience with a strong safety focus.

You will perform maintenance, approve returns to service, document repairs, and support CRM practices while lifting up to 80 pounds and potentially joining 24/7 on-call rotations. EMS experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• A&P Certificate (FAA) required.
• Rotor wing maintenance experience with 2+ years.
• EMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on rotor-wing aircraft assigned.
• Approve aircraft for return to service after maintenance.
• Report inoperative equipment to Director of Maintenance.
• Complete maintenance paperwork accurately.
• Maintain hangar and workshops in order.
• Assist with safety and CRM practices.
• Maintain a tool kit and participate in on-call rotations.
• Be able to lift at least 80 pounds.

Skills

Rotor wing maintenance

On-call readiness

Education

A&P Certificate (FAA)

Tools

EC-145 experience

Bell 407 experience

Job description

Company:

Category:

Maintenance

Job Type:

Permanent

City:

State:

Texas

Country:

United States

Bring your skills and compassion together to make a lifesaving impact!Are you a skilled and dedicated Aviation Maintenance Technician seeking an exciting opportunity in the San Antonio area? Look no further! Apollo MedFlight, a leading air medical transport company, is currently hiring for the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic and passionate team.Why Apollo MedFlight?

• $20,000 Sign on/ Retention Bonus!We want to recognize your hard work and dedication to Apollo MedFlight.
• Competitive Compensation:We understand your expertise deserves recognition. At Apollo MedFlight, youll enjoy aguaranteed 40-hour workweekwith ample opportunities forpaid overtime.
• On-Call Rotation:Are you ready to take onexciting challengesand play apivotal rolein critical situations? As an essential member of our team, youll have the chance to participate in ouron-call rotation. Your skills will be put to the test as you respond swiftly to emergencies and provide essential maintenance support when it matters most.

Being part of Apollo MedFlight means being part of something more significant than yourself. Each day, you will contribute to the well-being of patients and their families, making a real impact in times of crisis and need. Our team of professionals works tirelessly to ensure that we deliver exceptional medical transport services to communities across the country.A day in the life:

• Actively participate in the Integra and Apollo safety program.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft for which the Maintenance Technician is assigned and qualified.
• Approve aircraft for return to service after scheduled or unscheduled maintenance for which technician is authorized and qualified.
• Report all inoperative or faulty equipment to the Director of Maintenance (or designee).
• Complete all paperwork for maintenance that is performed.
• Ensure that the hangar, workshops, and other areas assigned are maintained in an orderly manner.
• Assist the Chief of Quality in maintaining technical manuals in a current status.
• Maintain an adequate tool kit.
• Participate in Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) techniques and provide input where appropriate for operations decision.
• Positively represent Integra Aviation & Apollo MedFlight to customers, employees and patients through action, behavior and communication.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds.

The background we are looking for:

• A&P Certificate (2+ years)
• Two or more years of rotor wing experience as a Maintenance Technician
• EC-145 experience (preferred)
• Bell 407 experience (preferred)
• EMS Experience (preferred)
• Valid Drivers License
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation.

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