Lead 145 Technician - Structures Tech

Air Methods; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,971 - 77,145; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods in Chicago is seeking a Lead Technician to perform the functions of the 145 Repair Station Technician and guide their team with expert maintenance discipline and training responsibilities. The role includes supervising shop activities and mentoring staff to meet project deadlines.

Ideal candidates have eight or more years in AMC 145/135 maintenance, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with eight or more years related experience or equivalent
• Lead experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of AMC part 145 and 135 maintenance requirements and procedures

Responsibilities

• Perform all core duties of applicable technician requirements at an exceptional level
• Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning Departments to provide support for field maintenance needs
• Oversee and organize specific shop personnel resources and workflow to meet project deadlines
• Provide communications to Engineering Department for specialized shop needs
• Provide training on 145 maintenance processes and specialized shop equipment
• Report Maintenance Leads and Supervisors on project constraints and progress updates
• Mentor new employees in understanding shop procedures to increase their efficiency and productivity
• Give feedback to Supervisor on employee performance
• Responsible for monitoring, controlling and ordering of material usage in the designated shop
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Problem solving

AMC Safety Management System

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RAMCO

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Hourly Pay Range: $37.00 - $56.00/hour Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance

4/10 Work Schedule (Four 10-Hour Days)

Job Summary: In addition to performing the functions and responsibilities of the specific 145 Repair Station Technician job description at an exceptional level; the Lead Technician will act as a subject matter expert for their maintenance discipline, accepting additional responsibilities as listed below and provide training and mentoring to shop personnel. They will be in charge of leading their individual teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform all core duties of applicable technician requirements at an exceptional level
• Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning Departments to provide support for field maintenance needs
• Oversee and organize specific shop personnel resources and workflow to meet project deadlines
• Provide communications to Engineering Department for specialized shop needs
• Provide training on 145 maintenance processes and specialized shop equipment
• Report Maintenance Leads and Supervisors on project constraints and progress updates
• Mentor new employees in understanding shop procedures to increase their efficiency and productivity
• Give feedback to Supervisor on employee performance
• Responsible for monitoring, controlling and ordering of material usage in the designated shop
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

Regular scheduled attendance.
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: <5%.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and eight (8) or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Lead experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of AMC part 145 and 135 maintenance requirements and procedures

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
• Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge of concepts and practices of their specific disciplines skills and their application
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment
• Ability to manage several projects concurrently and to work on problems of diverse scope and implement solutions
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the AMC Safety Management System

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Thorough knowledge and ability to utilize multiple RAMCO functions

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P or meet requirements to obtain a FAA repairman certificated preferred

Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

Minimum Pay

USD $37.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay

USD $56.00/Hr.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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.

Pay Disclosure

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).