Aircraft Maintenance Technician - FW

Global Medical Response•Grand Forks, ND

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Guardian Flight is hiring a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Technician to maintain the safety and overall condition of its fleet. The technician supports King Air C90, B200, and B300; Pilatus PC-12; and Learjet 45 aircraft, helping provide timely, high-quality air medical transportation. Type-specific and air medical training are provided, and comparable turbine maintenance experience is considered. An apprentice track is available for newly certificated technicians and career changers. The work includes hands-on inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and return-to-service actions. Technical work may include avionics upgrades and installations, scheduled inspections, engine and propeller maintenance, medical interior systems, and unscheduled maintenance or AOG recovery. The role also involves accurate FAA maintenance records, inventory and equipment tracking, coordination with operations and other teams, and maintaining a safe and organized hangar and shop. The position is offered in Anchorage, Alaska; Wichita, Kansas; Ogden, Utah; Watford City, North Dakota; Blanding, Utah; Grand Forks, North Dakota; and Sitka, Alaska. Pay is $31.36–$45.46 per hour ($65,239–$94,567 annually), depending on experience and location modifiers. The posting lists a $12,500 sign-on bonus, an annual IA stipend of $2,080, relocation assistance, company-provided tooling and shop equipment, and paid A&P and IA renewals. Additional earning opportunities include on-call and overtime, and base pay can increase through a documented skill-based compensation program after qualifying technical training.

Requirements

At least two years of turbine-powered aircraft maintenance experience; military or civilian experience qualifies, including turboprop, turbofan, transport-category, or rotor-wing turbine experience.
Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate, or documented eligibility with a scheduled test date before the start date.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid state-issued driver's license and driving record compliant with company policy.
Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotations.
Must be acceptable under the FAA drug and alcohol testing program.
Ability to push and/or pull more than 100 pounds, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, and work at heights, in confined spaces, and in awkward positions typical of aircraft maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance experience on King Air C90, B200, or B300; Pilatus PC-12; or Learjet 45 aircraft.
FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate.
14 CFR Part 135 operating experience.
Avionics, electrical, and autopilot maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
Heavy, depot, phase, or modification maintenance experience.
Air medical or EMS systems experience, aircraft maintenance records, and maintenance planning experience.
Experience with computerized maintenance tracking systems.
Military maintenance experience in the listed service specialties and platforms; transitioning service members are encouraged to apply.
Comparable turbine aircraft experience, including military turboprops or turbine rotor-wing platforms, regional aircraft, or corporate aircraft.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and return-to-service actions using manufacturer data, company manuals, and Federal Aviation Regulations; provide regular status updates to the Lead Technician.
Document maintenance actions and required FAA records clearly, accurately, and on time, following company policies, procedures, and information security standards.
Manage inventory checks, maintain the equipment tracking log, request replacements as needed, and document parts expenditures.
Keep leadership informed of aircraft status, discrepancies, and projected return-to-service dates.
Coordinate work with operations, flight crews, supply chain, departments, vendors, and team members using appropriate communication methods.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized hangar and shop environment.
Work professionally and collaboratively with health and public safety personnel, fellow AMTs, and the operations team.
Report concerns and contribute to process improvement under the company’s Just Culture.
Perform scheduled inspections, including phase, HUIP, and landing gear inspections.
Perform engine changes, hot section inspections, and propeller and accessory replacements.
Perform avionics and modification work, including electrical troubleshooting, autopilot systems, and STC installations.
Maintain and troubleshoot airframe, powerplant, systems, and medical interior equipment, including stretcher and mounting hardware and related STC compliance.
Perform unscheduled maintenance and AOG recovery to return aircraft to service quickly.

Benefits

$12,500 sign-on bonus.
Annual IA stipend of $2,080.
Relocation assistance available.
Company-provided tooling and shop equipment.
Paid A&P and IA renewals.
On-call and overtime earning opportunities.
Skill-based base-pay increases after approved qualifying technical training.
Type-specific and manufacturer training provided.
Air medical training provided.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Apprentice track for eligible newly certificated technicians and career changers.
DoD SkillBridge and Career Skills Program participation supported.