Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Air Methods•St. Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of company-operated aircraft and articles as assigned, in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. The technician helps ensure operational goals and objectives are met and that aircraft maintenance documentation complies with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and maintenance manuals. The role will involve work on a Bell 407 at a maintenance facility; rotor experience is preferred. The position includes periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives, and requires living within an hour of the base. Timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays is required as necessary. Regular scheduled attendance is an essential function. This position is subject to DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

2 to 5 years of job-related experience.
Active/current FAA A&P license in good standing.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and perform refined vibration-balancing.
Knowledge of sheet metal and composite repair procedures.
Ability to read and understand documents such as 337s, Service Bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment and work effectively as a team member with a professional attitude.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Proficiency using electronic or paper-based manuals and navigating vendor data to find necessary information.
Ability to learn and use the company’s ERP system (Ramco).
Strong communication skills and creativity and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting work.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to provide timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
Regular scheduled attendance.
Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives; travel is stated as 10–25%.
Must live within an hour of the base.
Subject to DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Nice To Haves

Rotor experience, as the technician will work on a Bell 407.
Factory airframe/powerplant schools.
Experience with FAR 135 operations.
RAMCO experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect and repair aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
Verify that installed or removed components and assemblies have part and serial numbers matching the associated documentation, by physical inspection or markings.
Ensure aircraft maintenance documentation complies with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals, including specific chapters.
Participate in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System and remain familiar with its policies, processes, and procedures.
Maintain a clean and professional work area.
Correct compliance or safety issues when directed by designated company leaders, including the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic.
Advise the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
Validate or confirm aircraft data in the Status Report for the aircraft being worked on.
Request aviation parts and supplies and maintain an adequate, orderly inventory to support prompt repairs and operational readiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$15,000 sign-on bonus. The posting directs applicants to the company benefits page for information on benefits but does not specify individual benefits.

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