Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Air Methods•Truckee, CA

1d•$34 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Rotor experience needed for this location as you will be working on an AS350 at this base. 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. Truckee is a mountain town in Truckee on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada, near Lake Tahoe. It combines historic railroad roots with year-round outdoor recreation and is one of the main gateways to the Tahoe region. Quick Facts About Truckee Population: about 17,000–17,400 residents. Elevation: roughly 5,800–6,000 feet above sea level downtown. County: Nevada County. Founded: 1863; incorporated as a town in 1993. Distance from major cities: ~45 minutes from Reno ~2 hours from Sacramento ~3 hours from San Francisco Average annual snowfall: about 200 inches, making it one of the snowiest towns in the United States. What Truckee Is Known For Historic downtown with preserved 19th-century railroad architecture. Proximity to Donner Lake and the site of the famous Donner Party tragedy. Ski access to resorts around the Tahoe basin. Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rafting, and winter sports. A strong outdoor lifestyle and mountain-town culture. Nearby Cities and Communities Within about 10–30 miles: LocationApprox. DistanceNotesTahoe Vista9 miles eastNorth Lake Tahoe communityKings Beach10 miles eastLakeside town on the north shoreTahoe City12 miles southeastMajor North Tahoe hubTahoma18 miles southeastWest shore of Lake TahoeCarson City24 miles eastNevada's capital citySouth Lake Tahoe29 miles southeastLargest city around TahoeReno32 miles eastLargest nearby metro area and airport access

Requirements

Rotor experience needed for this location as you will be working on an AS350 at this base.
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
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

RAMCO experience preferred

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 mannerResponsible 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