Aviation Maintenance Tech 135 Relief

Air Methods•Jenks, OK

50d

About The Position

Job SummaryResponsible for performing aircraft maintenance, including planning maintenance efficiently and effectively to maximize aircraft availability while demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures 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. Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Serve as Lead Mechanic in the absence of the Lead Mechanic. 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 (Status Report, if item is tracked), Parts Tag, 8130-3, 337, or any other maintenance release. 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. 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. 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. Mains work area in a clean and professional manner. Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service. 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, Regional Maintenance Manager, or Lead Mechanic. Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including. 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. Will conduct on sight technical and safety audits, to correct and report inconsistencies to your area manager and RMM/RMD. Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

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
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
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
FAA A&P License in good standing.
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Nice To Haves

Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred
FAR 135 operations preferred
RAMCO experience preferred
Inspection Authorization (IA) Preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as Lead Mechanic in the absence of the Lead Mechanic.
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 (Status Report, if item is tracked), Parts Tag, 8130-3, 337, or any other maintenance release.
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.
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.
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 advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
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, Regional Maintenance Manager, or Lead Mechanic.
Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including.
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.
Will conduct on sight technical and safety audits, to correct and report inconsistencies to your area manager and RMM/RMD.
Other Duties as assigned.