Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician (A&P)

Air Methods Mechanics; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) based out of Elizabethtown, KY, with coverage for Glasgow and Russell Springs bases. The candidate will lead the maintenance staff and drive safety as a top priority while ensuring operational readiness.

The role requires an A&P background with five years' related experience, FAA knowledge, and strong leadership. A hybrid on-call schedule and travel are expected to support 135 operations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with five years' related experience.
• Manufacturer training on company-specific aircraft preferred.
• Experience with aviation maintenance procedures and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to staff evaluations as requested by Area Manager/RCM.
• Audit maintenance locations for parts, tools, safety and repairs for readiness.
• Address flight issue feedback and coordinate resolutions with the team.
• Attend hospital/program meetings or training sessions.
• Collaborate with discipline leads on program maintenance and operations.
• Schedule maintenance with Area Manager and forecast downtime.
• Ensure maintenance manuals and publications are current and accessible.
• Verify FAA inspections, ADS, SBs and parts data in Status Reports.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Sheet metal repair

FAA docs reading

Multi-tasking

Team player

Organizational skills

Communication skills

On-call flexibility

Education

AA/AS degree

Manufacturer training

Tools

RAMCO

Microsoft Office

Job description

Air Methods is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) based out of Elizabethtown, KY, with coverage for Glasgow and Russell Springs bases. The candidate will lead the maintenance staff and drive safety as a top priority while ensuring operational readiness.

The role requires an A&P background with five years' related experience, FAA knowledge, and strong leadership. A hybrid on-call schedule and travel are expected to support 135 operations.