Sr 145 Technician - Structures Tech

Air Methods Mechanics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods Mechanics in Colorado is seeking a Senior Technician to perform advanced maintenance tasks and act as a subject matter expert within their discipline. You will mentor shop personnel and coordinate with maintenance support for field needs.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 5+ years of related experience, AMC Part 145/135 knowledge, and strong communication skills. FAA license is preferred. DOT/FAA drug testing applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years’ related experience and/or training
• Comprehensive knowledge of AMC Part 145 and 135 maintenance requirements and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment
• Strong computer skills, RAMCO and Microsoft Office
• FAA A&P or able to obtain FAA repairman certificate preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform core duties of technician requirements at an exceptional level
• Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning to support field maintenance
• Provide communications to Engineering for specialized shop needs
• Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning to support field maintenance
• Report Maintenance Leads and Supervisors on project constraints and progress
• Mentor new employees in shop procedures
• Monitor, control, and order material usage in the shop
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Project management

Team collaboration

AMC Safety System knowledge

Microsoft Office

RAMCO

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA A&P license preferred

Tools

RAMCO

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Hourly Pay Range: $36.08 - $50.00/hourUp 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 Senior 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.

Essential Functions and 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
• Provide communications to Engineering Department for specialized shop needs
• Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning Departments to provide support for field maintenance needs
• Report Maintenance Leads and Supervisors on project constraints and progress updates
• Mentor new employees in understanding shop procedures to increase their efficiency and productivity
• 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%Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

• Education & Experience
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and five (5) or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 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 of multiple RAMCO functions
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• FAA A&P or meet requirements to obtain a FAA repairman certificated preferred

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

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.

Minimum pay

USD $36.08/Hr.

Maximum Pay

USD $50.00/Hr.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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)