Director of Maintenance

Overview

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the overall operations of the maintenance department and the airworthiness of the aircraft. Provides oversight of the company Maintenance operation and as such, has the final authority to release to service airframes, engines, rotors, appliances and component parts thereof. Responsible to ensure proper coordination with all departments within Air Methods, LLC as well as the appropriate Service Providers and Regulatory Authorities.

• Provide oversight and administration of Company 14 maintenance operations to include:
  • Direct operational planning and execution of all maintenance operations.
  • Ensure that all maintenance operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all CFRs, Operations Specifications, and Company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure all maintenance personnel performing maintenance and inspections have adequate training and are appropriately qualified to perform the work which they have been assigned.
  • Develop Maintenance Department policies and procedures, to include revisions to the GMM General Maintenance Manual, GOM General Operational Manual, Department SOP’s, personnel policy (in conjunction with Human Resources), and all other policies which affect company operations.
• Manage relationships with representatives from all company departments, regulatory authorities/governing bodies (i.e. FAA, etc.) and OEMs regarding the development and management of the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and maintenance programs.
• Develop and maintain the training program for both internal and external customers to include maintenance policies, procedures, and the maintenance program.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Regular scheduled attendance.
• Initiate, maintain and foster effective collaboration with all departments including Supply Chain, Service Engineering, Maintenance Planning and Aviation teams.
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 50%.

Directly supervises employees in the Maintenance Department that are assigned to the DOM. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. For exempt managers: managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.

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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential functions 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.

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from a four‑year college or university and 10 or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten (10) or more years of management experience within aviation operations or similar industry.
• Five (5) or more years operational experience in an aviation related field.
• Three (3) or more years DOM/DQC 1/19 experience or equivalent in Part 135.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Safety Management System experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and DOT drug and alcohol regulations preferred.
• Acceptance by FAA Certificate Management Team as the Part 135 DOM for the Air Methods Certificate.

• Foster effective collaboration with all departments including Supply Chain, Service Engineering, Maintenance Planning and Aviation teams by building and…