Helicopter A&P Mechanic – Florida

Helijobs.net; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida State Retirement

Employer-paid medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance $50,000

Annual/Sick/Tenure leave

13 Holidays

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Disability insurance

AFLAC options

Job summary

Florida Keys Mosquito Control District is seeking an A&P Aircraft Mechanic to perform skilled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair on District aircraft and related equipment. The role supports safe, mission-ready operations across public health and mosquito control missions.

Requires aircraft maintenance experience, FAA A&P certification, and the ability to obtain licensure and certifications within one year. Heavy physical work and exposure to outdoor conditions are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• Ability to obtain Public Health Pest Control license within one year.
• Ability to obtain a valid Florida CDL within one year.
• Forklift certification per OSHA or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, service, and repair District aircraft to keep them safe and mission-ready.
• Perform pre-flight, post-flight, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inspections.
• Maintain and repair airframes, engines, components, systems, and related equipment.
• Document maintenance activities and return-to-service information accurately.
• Prepare and submit maintenance records and FAA-related documents.

Skills

FAA Regulations

Troubleshooting

Maintenance Procedures

Documentation/Recordkeeping

Ground Support Equipment

Chemical Handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA A&P certificate

Job description

Location: Marathon, Florida, USA
Type: Permanent
Relocation: Negotiable
Travel: 10%
Salary Range: $85,000 – 100,000

Description

Basic Scope / Purpose
The A&P Aircraft Mechanic performs skilled aircraft maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of District aircraft and related support equipment. The position supports safe, reliable, and mission-ready aircraft operations for mosquito control, public health, environmental conservation, and other District operations. Work is performed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration requirements, public-use aircraft operational expectations, District policies and procedures, and directives established by the Board of Commissioners and administered by the Executive Director.

FAA Advisory Circular AC 00-1.1B — Public Aircraft Operations—Manned and Unmanned.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. The position may be exposed to heat, humidity, noise, vibration, moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, confined spaces, fuels, chemicals, fumes, odors, oils, and other aviation maintenance and mosquito control operational hazards. The employee may be required to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection, as required by task, policy, or regulation.

The position requires very heavy work, including the ability to frequently exert more than 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, twist, reach, or otherwise move objects below, at, and above the waist and shoulders. The position may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, crawling, working in awkward positions, and working around active aircraft and equipment.

Essential Functions
The following duties are considered essential and may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, service, and repair District aircraft to ensure aircraft remain safe, operational, and mission ready.
• Perform pre-flight, post-flight, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance inspections in accordance with applicable inspection programs, maintenance practices, and District procedures.
• Maintain and repair airframes, engines, components, systems, and related aircraft equipment as needed.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, discrepancies, corrective actions, and return-to-service information accurately and timely.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit required maintenance records, inspection documentation, and FAA-related documents to the Director of Aircraft Maintenance as required.
• Fuel aircraft and load aircraft with chemicals or application materials as required for District missions.
• Calibrate, maintain, repair, fabricate, or modify aerial application equipment, including liquid and dry application systems, to support effective mosquito control operations.
• Prepare requisitions, work orders, and parts/material requests under the direction of the Director of Aircraft Maintenance.
• Operate forklifts, vehicles, material‑handling equipment, and other ground support equipment as needed.
• Assist with ground operations, including maintenance, repair, and operation of vehicles, spray equipment, and related support equipment when necessary.
• Provide field support at aircraft operation sites when aircraft operations exceed available field support capacity.
• Perform routine facility maintenance and repair to support safe and efficient aviation maintenance operations.
• Follow all Federal, State, and District safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment, respiratory protection when required, and safe handling of chemicals, fuels, tools, and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the changing needs of public health, environmental conservation, aircraft operations, and the District.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of FAA rules, regulations, standards, and accepted practices related to aircraft maintenance, inspections, aircraft configuration, restrictions, and modifications.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance principles and techniques, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, component replacement, and repair practices.
• Knowledge of aircraft used in aerial application, mosquito control, or similar mission-based operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling, fueling operations, shop safety, ground support operations, and maintenance documentation practices.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and operational issues and complete repairs safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Ability to operate machinery, vehicles, forklifts, material‑handling equipment, and ground support equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors, pilots, mechanics, field staff, and other District personnel.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize mission‑critical maintenance needs, and support time‑sensitive aircraft operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent trade school education.
• Minimum of three years of hands‑on aircraft maintenance experience.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Health Pest Control license from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services within one year of hire, if not already licensed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida CDL within one year of hire, if not already licensed.
• Valid forklift certification in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, or ability to obtain certification as required by the District.
• Ability to successfully meet District pre‑employment and ongoing employment requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years in Rotary‑wing maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining both H-125 & Bell 206L-4 Helicopter.
• Experience supporting public‑use aircraft operations, aerial application operations, mosquito control operations, or other mission‑based aviation operations.
• Experience performing field maintenance, line maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled inspections, and troubleshooting in operational environments.
• Experience with aircraft application systems, calibration, fabrication, or modification of mission‑specific equipment.
• Ability to provide or maintain basic aircraft mechanic hand tools, as determined by District needs and policy.

Monroe County has a sub‑tropical environment and is home to approximately 45 species of mosquitoes.

The goal of the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District is to control the mosquito population using the most effective methods, techniques, equipment,…

Benefits:

• Full‑Time, Permanent Staff Benefits Florida State Retirement- Defined Pension
• 100% Employer Paid Major Medical, Dental and Vision, dependent benefits minimal cost
• $50,000 Life Insurance-Paid for by employer
• Annual Leave,
• Sick Leave,
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation

Supplemental Benefits:

• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance
• AFLAC Suite of Products

Supported Manufacturers:
Bell 206, Airbus AS350/H125