Aviation Maintenance Technician

Overview

Job Summary At this base you will be working on Bell 407's, rotor experience preferred. Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.

• Location: Northeastern Florida, on Amelia Island
  , right near the Georgia border
• Distance to major city: ~25 miles northeast of Jacksonville
• Population: About 13,000 (small coastal town)
• County: Nassau County
• Nickname: “Isle of Eight Flags” (ruled by 8 different nations historically)

• Perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Upon installation or removal of any component or assembly, verify by physical inspection or markings that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation.
• Ensure all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement phase (level
  4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and be familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Maintain work area in a clean and professional manner.
• Correct compliance or safety issues when directed by the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic.
• Advise the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• Validate or confirm data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft being worked on.
• Request aviation parts and supplies to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.
• Maintain regular scheduled attendance.
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 25 – 50%.
• Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives will be expected.
• Must live within an hour.

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.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED.
• FAR 135 operations preferred.

Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing.
• Sheet metal and composite repair procedures.
• Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, etc.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment.
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information.
• Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work.

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• RAMCO experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P License in good standing.

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