Hangar Mechanic

Life Flight Network • Boise, ID

9h • $39 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

The Hangar Mechanic provides onsite maintenance support for Life Flight Network aircraft, including inventory management, planning and scheduling aircraft maintenance, maintaining the base library, and caring for company-owned ground support equipment. The position supports aviation maintenance planning, evaluation, development, implementation, and service maintenance in compliance with Life Flight Network’s FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate.

The role involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft and their systems; documenting work in accordance with regulations and company policy; coordinating parts and maintenance schedules; and troubleshooting technical and inspection issues. The Hangar Mechanic also supports the organization’s safety and risk management culture, may travel to LFN-operated bases, and helps keep the hangar and shop clean and orderly.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Completion of two years of an Aviation Science trade or vocational school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of experience as an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic.
• Airframe and Powerplant Certification.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical ability sufficient to handle complex technical and administrative issues.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented approach.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment DOT drug test; candidates are also subject to drug screening and background investigation.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to take initiative to create, implement, and improve procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile in good repair; must provide proof of auto insurance and meet Driver’s Policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Inspection Authorization Certification.
• Three years of FAR Part 135 turbine rotorcraft maintenance experience.
• Three years of experience working for an EMS helicopter program.
• Maintenance experience on Bell 407 aircraft.
• Maintenance experience on Bell 429 aircraft.
• Maintenance experience on PC12 aircraft.
• Maintenance experience on EC135 aircraft.
• Sheet metal and composites experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair aircraft parts, components, and systems.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft, aircraft systems, and parts for base operations.
• Inspect completed work, aircraft systems, and parts according to the aircraft schedule.
• Update and maintain maintenance manuals, service bulletins, parts books, regulatory updates, and other technical directives.
• Coordinate ordering, shipping, and receiving of parts, supplies, and tools, as well as warranty-claim parts.
• Clean and maintain aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Coordinate aircraft maintenance schedules with assistance from the Lead Aircraft Mechanic.
• Maintain the work area, materials, and tools.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to work activities in accordance with regulations and company policy.
• Ensure all maintenance is correctly completed and documented.
• Analyze and troubleshoot technical and inspection issues, providing guidance and resolving problems.
• Apply mathematical and analytical skills to job duties.
• Support Life Flight Network goals through participation in continuous quality management.
• Travel to LFN-operated bases to assist with maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a clean and orderly hangar and shop area, assist with aircraft reconfigurations, keep aircraft exteriors clean, and assist the Maintenance Shop Manager as needed.
• Follow the LFN safety and risk management culture, agreements, systems, and policies; preserve safety rules and report safety concerns promptly, working with the appropriate directors and others as needed.
• Know and communicate safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Travel throughout LFN’s service area by personal or company vehicle; some travel requires overnight stays.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution.
• Tenure bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• Complimentary Life Flight Network membership for the employee and household.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Bereavement leave, including for pets.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition and training reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Multilingual stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree