Aviation Maintenance Technician 135 Lead

Air Methods•Prescott Valley, AZ

22h

About The Position

Must have 5+ rotor experience and prior 135 operation experience is preferred. Responsible to lead the Maintenance staff and to carry out the mission, goals and objectives of Air Methods. Responsible for daily operations of all aircraft maintenance services and to assure all AP Mechanics make safety their number one priority. Here’s a comprehensive overview of Prescott Valley, Arizona (in Yavapai County, central AZ), including key facts about the town and the nearby cities and communities you might want to know about: 📍 Quick Facts About Prescott Valley, AZ Location & Geography Prescott Valley is a town in Yavapai County, Arizona, sitting about 8 miles east of Prescott. Elevation is roughly 5,100 ft (1,550 m) above sea level, giving the area milder summers and cooler winters than lower desert parts of Arizona. It’s nestled between the Bradshaw Mountains (to the south) and the Mingus Mountains (to the northeast), with scenic views and mountain landscapes. 🏙️ Nearby Cities & Communities Prescott Valley is part of a broader Northern Arizona region often referred to locally as the “Tri-City” or “Quad-City” area (along with Prescott, Chino Valley, and sometimes Dewey-Humboldt). 🚗 Closest Nearby Cities/Towns Prescott, Arizona – ~8 mi west; the larger historic city with local government, downtown square, and more established services. Chino Valley, AZ – ~12–15 mi north; more rural and agricultural, quieter small-town living. Dewey-Humboldt, AZ – ~7 mi east/northeast; a small town blending rural character with community events. 🏞️ Other Nearby Towns and Communities (these are somewhat farther but commonly referenced in the region) Jerome, AZ – Historic hillside town with arts, shops, and tourism attractions. Clarkdale, AZ – Small town near Verde Valley; quiet and scenic. Cottonwood–Verde Village, AZ – ~20 mi southeast; larger twin towns with more retail and services. Paulden, AZ – North of Chino Valley; rural community. Williamson, AZ – Small community northwest of Prescott Valley.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and five 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
Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation when needed
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

prior 135 operation experience is preferred
Manufacturers training on company specific aircraft preferred
RAMCO experience preferred
Inspection Authorization (IA) Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide input to staff evaluations as requested by Area Manager/RCM
Responsible for auditing program maintenance locations for aviation parts and supplies, tool calibrations, safety concerns and all other base needs to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness.
Receives feedback related to flight issues/concerns, to include RSQ911 feedback; assists in resolution of issue and/or refers matter to appropriate person for resolution.
Attends hospital/program meetings or training.
Collaborates with other discipline leads regarding maintenance and operation of the program.
Assists Area Manager with employee scheduling
Function as a resource for dissemination of new information and problem resolution
Ensures all maintenance publications and company manuals are current and available to maintenance personnel.
Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and company policies.
Sends a copy of the Mechanical Interruption Summary or Service Difficulty Report to Program Maintenance Manager or if applicable the Regional Maintenance Director for review
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 Program Maintenance Manager or Area Manager.
Responsible for thorough knowledge of Air Methods General Maintenance Manual, field Mechanics Procedures manual, Air Methods’ policies and procedures as well as meeting operational goals and objectives.
Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft being worked on including:
Ensure discrepancies discovered by the aircraft Records department are appropriately addressed
Verify all changes are made by the Inspections and Records Department upon receipt of an updated Status Report.
Verify accuracy of the Status Report regarding compliance of FAA required inspections, Ads, and service bulletins/service letters issued by Air Methods’ Certificate Management Team or Engineering
Verify accuracy of the Status Report regarding required inspections and servicing intervals and currency.
Verify accuracy of the Status Report to the actual configuration of the aircraft regarding Part Number (P/N), Serial Number (S/N), and Total Time/Time Since Overhaul (TT/TSO) of the time-tracked assemblies and components
Schedule aircraft maintenance and provide Area Manager and RMM/RMD with current aircraft status and forecast down time to facilitate maintenance scheduling.
Participate in maintenance forecasting calls with the assigned corporate planners, monitor “HY” packages as they are assigned and provide scheduling input for all components and rotatable items.
Troubleshoot and provide assistance in problem solving to outlying mechanics.
Other Duties as assigned
Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
Regular scheduled attendance
Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives will be expected.
Must live within an hour of the base.
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.