Aircraft Mechanic
About The Position
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. The NCFS Aviation Division is responsible for fire detection and suppression, airborne pest control detection, water quality, hazard reduction burning, and other supporting flights. The primary purpose of the NCFS Maintenance Organization is to maintain the Division’s aircraft and serve on the flight crew to assist in wildfire suppression.
Requirements
- Must reside within one hour of required duty station.
- Must have a NC Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
- Knowledge of fixed and rotary aircraft and their repair, turbine engine repair, single and multi-engine application, and hydraulic systems.
- Computer experience necessary for electronic Airworthiness (AD) and (Service Bulletins (SB) search and maintenance tracking system.
- Working knowledge of FARs pertaining to maintenance and logbook sign off.
- Ability to perform testing and checks on all aircraft components and system required by maintenance manuals.
- Graduation from an FAA approved aviation maintenance technician school and one year of experience in aircraft inspection, maintenance and repair; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Possession of valid Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant license.
- May require current certification by the EPA as a type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by CFR part 82, subpart F.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the Division’s aircraft
- Serve on the flight crew to assist in wildfire suppression
Benefits
- State Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
