Aviation Maintenance Technician

Overview

Job Summary

*** $5,000 Annual Location Stipend ***

Rotor experience preferred as your primary aircraft at this base is an EC135 helicopter. 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.

Martinsburg is the largest city in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle and serves as the county seat of Berkeley County
. It is strategically located near Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, making it a popular location for commuters working in the Washington, D.C. region.

• Population:
  Approximately 18,800 to 19,200 residents
  , making it the sixth-largest city in West Virginia.
• Founded in 1778 during the Revolutionary War era and named after Thomas Bryan Martin
  .
• Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley region along Tuscarora Creek
  .

• Hedgesville, WV (northwest)
• Inwood, WV (south)
• Falling Waters, WV (north)
• Gerrardstown, WV (southwest)
• Bunker Hill, WV (south)

• Hagerstown, MD – about 20 miles northeast; major shopping and healthcare hub.
• Winchester, VA – about 25 miles south.
• Charles Town, WV – about 25 miles southeast.
• Shepherdstown, WV – about 15 miles east along the Potomac River.
• Frederick, MD – about 35 miles east.

• Washington, DC – approximately 75 miles east. Many residents commute via highway or MARC rail service.
• Baltimore, MD – approximately 90 miles northeast.
• Harrisburg, PA – approximately 85 miles north.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Performs 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, the Mechanic shall verify by physical inspection or markings on the part that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation.
• Ensures 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 participates in the continuous improvement phase (level
  4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner.
• Responsible for correcting 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.
• Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including:
• Request aviation parts and supplies in order to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• 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.

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular…