Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Air Methods•Bullhead City, AZ

About The Position

At this location you will be working at the Bullhead City Maintenance Facility performing maintenance on the Bell 407's mostly. 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. Here’s a rundown of key facts about Bullhead City, Arizona (often just “Bullhead, AZ”) — and a look at some of the nearby cities and towns you might want to know about 🏜️ 📍 Quick Facts & Overview Bullhead City lies in west-central Mohave County, Arizona , on the east bank of the Colorado River — right near where Arizona, California and Nevada meet. The city covers about 60.2 square miles (≈ 59.4 mi² land, 0.8 mi² water) according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Elevation is roughly 540 feet above sea level . Nearby Cities & Towns Here are several towns and cities near Bullhead City — useful if you travel or explore the region from there: Nearby Place Approx. Distance / Direction & Notes Laughlin, Nevada ~ 3–6 miles northwest, directly across the Colorado River — basically Bullhead’s “sister city.” Fort Mohave, Arizona ~ 8–9 miles southwest of Bullhead City. Mohave Valley, Arizona ~ 14–15 miles southwest of Bullhead City. Needles, California ~ 22 miles south (down the river / along AR-95 / regional roads) toward California. Kingman, Arizona ~ 30–35 miles east / east-north-east — the county seat of Mohave County. Lake Havasu City, Arizona ~ 65 miles southeast by road (or ~ 46 miles as the crow flies) — a larger town along the Colorado River with its own river/lake lifestyle.

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
Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED
FAR 135 operations preferred
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
Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco)
Strong communication skills
Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
RAMCO experience preferred
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).

Responsibilities

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 including
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
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.