Blackhawk Mechanic

Weyerhaeuser•McMinnville, OR

3d•$90,244 - $135,509•Hybrid

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has openings for full-time Blackhawk Mechanics based out of the McMinnville, Oregon hangar. Duties will be performed at the hangar as well as in a forest environment. As a UH-60/S-70 helicopter mechanic, you will be responsible for performing inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on Weyerhaeuser’s rotor wing aircraft operating under FAA Part 133 and 137. Reporting directly to the Aviation Maintenance Manager, this role supports safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations across utility, firefighting and agriculture activities. This position performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, approved maintenance programs, and company procedures. It plays a key role in maintaining aircraft readiness through disciplined maintenance execution, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Mechanics work collaboratively with maintenance leadership, flight crews and support teams to minimize aircraft downtime while supporting a strong culture of safety and professionalism.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
Airframe and Powerplant license with a minimum of two years of rotary-wing experience
Experience on UH-60/H-60/S-70 series aircraft (military 15T or civilian equivalent experience accepted)
Demonstrate personal commitment to safety, supporting team flying concept
Working knowledge of aircraft maintenance manuals and technical data
Experience with electronic maintenance recordkeeping systems
Sound judgment, attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, safety critical environment

Nice To Haves

Formal 15T UH 60 Utility Helicopter Repairer training
Experience supporting utility, firefighting, or company aviation operations
FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
Experience supporting aircraft across multiple or geographically dispersed locations
CDL/Hazmat endorsement

Responsibilities

Perform progressive, phase, isochronal, hourly, calendar, and special inspections
Troubleshoot, repair, remove, install, rig, and function check aircraft systems and components
Maintain engines, transmissions, rotor systems, drive systems, and mechanical flight controls
Perform servicing, lubrication, corrosion control, and functional checks
Accurately document all maintenance actions using electronic maintenance tracking systems
Support aircraft recovery, AOG response, and field maintenance activities
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard free work environment