Aviation Maintenance Technician

Maintenance | Elm City North Carolina, United States

Overview • $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
• This position will be based at the Elm City Maintenance Facility working on EC135 aircraft. Candidates should have rotorcraft experience and a background in avionics, with a current A&P license. The role involves performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations on company-operated aircraft and articles in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. The Elm City location is a small town in Wilson and Nash Counties, North Carolina.

Nearby Cities / Towns

• Wilson, NC — about 6.6 miles away
• Rocky Mount, NC — about 9.97 miles away
• Tarboro, NC
• Goldsboro, NC
• Greenville, NC
• Smithfield, NC
• Clayton, NC
• Wake Forest, NC
• Pinetops, NC
• Sharpsburg, NC
• Stantonsburg, NC
• Lucama, NC
• Black Creek, NC
• Kenly, NC
• Micro, NC
• Saratoga, NC
• Nashville, NC
• Macclesfield, NC

• Performs inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Verifies component and assembly part numbers and serial numbers match documentation upon installation or removal.
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies, and maintenance manuals.
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (level
  4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with SMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Maintains a clean and professional work area.
• Corrects compliance or safety issues when directed by senior maintenance personnel.
• Advises the Pilot in Command of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• Validates or confirms data in status reports for aircraft being worked on.
• Requests aviation parts and supplies to maintain adequate inventory for operational readiness.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

• Provides on‑call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Maintains regular scheduled attendance.
• Travels 25–50% of the time.
• Periodic travel supports Part 135 operations and company objectives.
• Must live within an hour of the base.
• Employment follows Air Methods’ policies and applicable laws.

• Education & Experience
  :
  High school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of related experience or training; factory airframe/power plant school preferred.
• Licenses
  :
  Active/current FAA A&P license required.
• Operations
  : FAR 135 operations preferred.

• Skills
  :
  • Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration‑balancing.
  • Sheet metal and composite repair procedures.
  • Ability to read and understand documents such as 337s, service bulletins, ADs.
  • Multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced, constantly changing environment.
  • Team player with a professional attitude.
  • Flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on‑call rotation.
  • Efficient use of electronic or paper manuals and vendor data navigation.
  • Ability to learn and utilize the company’s ERP system (Ramco).
  • Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
  • Creativity in troubleshooting work.

• Computer Skills
  :
  • Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • RAMCO experience preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • FAA A&P License in good standing.

Position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per 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.

Industry‑leading benefits are available. Please consult the company benefits page for detailed information.