Mechanic, Sr. Aircraft Light

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Indiana; Sur place; USD 39 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive benefits package

Work-life balance

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is seeking a Sr. Aircraft Light Mechanic for a leading helicopter air ambulance operator in Marion, Indiana. You will perform detailed inspections, troubleshoot issues, and maintain airworthiness to support life-saving medical transport missions.

This role requires FAA A&P certification with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings and at least two years of hands-on experience. The schedule is 7 days on, 7 days off, with travel between bases as needed.

Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• Minimum of two years of hands-on experience as a certified aircraft mechanic.
• Ability to pass a pre-placement physical examination, including drug screening and background check.
• Basic communication skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work night shifts as needed.
• Residence within one hour's driving distance or 60 miles of the assigned base.

Responsabilités

• Perform detailed helicopter inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and complete repairs to maintain aircraft airworthiness.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the Lead Mechanic and AMBS to ensure readiness of assigned-base aircraft.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards.
• Document maintenance activities in the RAMCO system and keep inventory records up to date.
• Monitor parts inventory and ensure tools are properly calibrated.
• Travel between bases as needed to support maintenance operations.
• Follow a 7-days-on, 7-days-off work schedule to help maintain aircraft availability and operational readiness.

Connaissances

FAA A&P certification

Hands-on mechanic experience

Basic communication skills

Computer proficiency

Willingness to travel/night shifts

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Join our client, a leading provider of helicopter air ambulance and critical-care transport services across the United States, as a Mechanic, Sr. Aircraft Light based in Marion, Indiana. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of helicopters used for life-saving medical transport missions. Apply your aircraft maintenance expertise to support safe patient transportation, reliable flight operations, and essential community healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed helicopter inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and complete necessary repairs to maintain aircraft airworthiness.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the Lead Mechanic and AMBS to ensure the readiness of assigned-base aircraft and company assets.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.
• Document maintenance activities in the RAMCO system and keep inventory records up to date.
• Monitor parts inventory and ensure tools are properly calibrated.
• Travel between bases as needed to support maintenance operations.
• Follow a 7-days-on, 7-days-off work schedule to help maintain aircraft availability and operational readiness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• Minimum of two years of hands‑on experience as a certified aircraft mechanic.
• Basic communication skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to pass a pre-placement physical examination, including strength and flexibility assessments, drug screening, and background check.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• For Roving Maintenance Team positions, experience in sheet metal repair and/or avionics troubleshooting and repair is required.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice, and work night shifts as needed.
• Residence within one hour's driving distance or 60 miles of the assigned base, whichever is greater.
• Ability to travel between bases to meet operational maintenance needs.
• Competitive benefits package designed to support work-life balance and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team committed to technical excellence and aviation safety.
• Meaningful work supporting life-saving air medical transportation and community healthcare services.

Why Apply Through Total Aviation Staffing?

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• Commercial Aviation: Passenger airlines, cargo operations, and aircraft leasing.
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When you apply through Total Aviation Staffing, you gain access to a broader range of career opportunities, including positions that may not be publicly advertised.

• Connect with leading aviation and aerospace employers.
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