S-61 Mechanic

CHI Aviation; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI Aviation in Howell, MI seeks an S61 Mechanic to perform maintenance on S61 helicopters and ensure airworthiness. The role requires compliance with FAA regulations, field experience, and the ability to travel as needed for aircraft pickups and site work.

You will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft, maintain records, and support customer service operations while working with a small maintenance team in varied locations.

Qualifications

• Must have FAA Regulations familiarity and company policy awareness.
• Minimum 3 years maintaining S61 helicopters in a field environment, preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to travel and work in remote locations worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance according to applicable publications for the aircraft type.
• Carry out daily/post flight inspections and perform repairs to correct malfunctions.
• Communicate with customers in a courteous, professional manner and research discrepancies to resolve faults.
• Maintain aircraft logbooks, checklists, status reports, and related administrative data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

Reports To: Director of Maintenance

CHI Aviation is seeking an S61 Mechanic to join the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, IAW applicable technical publications specific to aircraft type & design.

• Perform daily/post flight/thru flight inspections as required and performs necessary maintenance to correct any malfunctions.

• Effectively communicate with the customer in a courteous, professional manner and research any reported aircraft discrepancies through fault isolation to make repairs.

• Maintain aircraft logbooks, checklist verifications, status reports, historical and administrative data, as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be familiar with applicable FAA Regulations and Company policy.

• Possess a current FAA Airframe and Power plant Certificate.

• A minimum of 3 years maintaining S61 helicopters in field environment, preferred.

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license to drive company vehicles.

• Must be able to travel if needed, fly with aircraft to meet situational requirements as they occur.

• Ability to travel/work in remote locations worldwide for extended periods of time.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

CHI Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. Competitive wages are offered, with pay commensurate with experience. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

Applicants have rights under federal employment laws, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

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