- Aviation Maintenance Technician Crawfordville
- Air Methods LLC in Tallahassee, Florida, United States
- jobs
- 2 weeks ago
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Position: Aviation Maintenance Technician 135 Crawfordville/Tallahassee
Overview
Job Summary
*** $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS ***
Looking for a mechanic with 2-3+ years of rotor experience for this location. 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.
At this base you will be working on Bell 407's. The temporary location will be the Tallahassee airport until the base is established.
Crawfordville is located in the Florida Panhandle, approximately:
20 miles south of Tallahassee
35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico
100 miles southwest of Valdosta, GA
This location provides easy access to both inland and coastal activities, with nearby national parks and access to the Gulf.
Responsibilities
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.
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 if 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 attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Qualifications
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 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…