Hangar Mechanic

Life Flight Network•Boise, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hangar Mechanic provides onsite maintenance support for Life Flight Network (LFN) aircraft, including inventory management, planning and scheduling aircraft maintenance, maintaining the base library, and maintaining LFN-owned ground support equipment. The role also supports aviation maintenance services in compliance with LFN’s FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate. The mechanic inspects, repairs, and maintains aircraft, systems, parts, and equipment; documents work in accordance with regulations and company policy; troubleshoots technical and inspection issues; and coordinates parts, supplies, tools, and warranty claims. The position may require travel to LFN-operated bases and travel throughout LFN’s service area, including overnight stays. 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.
Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
Ability to take initiative to create, implement, and improve procedures.
Ability to travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area; some travel requires overnight stays.
Valid driver’s license and an automobile in good repair; must provide proof of auto insurance and meet Driver’s Policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

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 the 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 maintenance is accomplished and documented correctly.
Analyze and troubleshoot technical and inspection issues, providing guidance and resolving problems.
Apply mathematical and analytical skills to assigned duties.
Support LFN goals through participation in continuous quality management.
Travel to LFN-operated bases to assist with maintenance as needed.
Maintain the hangar and shop area in a clean and orderly condition, assist with aircraft reconfigurations, keep aircraft exteriors clean, and assist the Maintenance Shop Manager as needed.
Adhere to LFN safety and risk management culture, policies, and procedures; report safety concerns promptly and communicate safety information.