Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Air Methods•Audubon, IA

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 position supports company operational goals while ensuring aircraft maintenance documentation complies with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals. The technician performs aircraft and component inspections and repairs, verifies component identification against documentation, participates in the company Safety Management System’s continuous improvement phase, maintains a clean work area, and helps address compliance and safety issues. The role also includes advising the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that could take an aircraft out of service, validating aircraft status report data, and requesting parts and supplies to support operational readiness. Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives is expected, with 25–50% of time spent traveling. Timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays may be necessary. The position requires regular attendance and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation. The role is subject to DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2 to 5 years of related aircraft maintenance experience.
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 ADs.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
Ability to work as part of a team 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 ERP system (Ramco).
Strong communication skills.
Ability to use creativity and problem-solving skills in troubleshooting work.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Regular scheduled attendance.
Ability to provide timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Factory airframe/power plant schools.
Experience in FAR 135 operations.
RAMCO experience.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
Verify component or assembly part and serial numbers against associated documentation when installing or removing components.
Complete aircraft maintenance documentation in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.
Participate in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System and follow its policies, processes, and procedures.
Maintain a clean and professional work area.
Correct compliance or safety issues when directed by designated operations, maintenance, safety, or pilot leadership.
Advise the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
Validate or confirm Status Report data concerning the aircraft being worked on.
Request aviation parts and supplies to maintain an adequate, orderly inventory and support prompt repairs and operational readiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.