Helicopter Mechanic

County of Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Los Angeles County is the largest employer in Southern California with over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments. We provide vital public services and offer a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country, including a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. This position is within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Special Operations Division, Aero Bureau.

Requirements

Three years of full-time experience (gained within the last five years) in the repair and maintenance of turbine-powered helicopters (e.g., AirBus AS350 B2, AS332 L1 Super Puma).
One year of the required experience must have been in responsible charge of repairs and overhauls to return "certified" or "non-certified" helicopters to flight status in compliance with FAA regulations and manufacturer requirements, either in a Department of Defense/U.S. Military or private contractor environment.
A valid Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic's License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Inspection Authorization License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (entitles to additional compensation).

Responsibilities

Gathers and interprets information from various sources (pilots, manufacturers' manuals, wiring diagrams, etc.) to troubleshoot, guide inspection, and perform maintenance repairs.
Maintains AirBus AS350 helicopters by performing daily, periodic, and hourly inspections to determine airworthiness and identify potential problems.
Troubleshoots electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural problems using visual inspection and test equipment.
Repairs, removes, and replaces defective parts, overhauls parts, and fabricates parts using various tools and equipment.
Cleans aircraft components to facilitate inspection, prevent corrosion, and maintain a professional appearance.
Completes forms and makes logbook entries (checklists, maintenance logs, work orders) by hand and/or computer to document maintenance, report issues, and comply with regulations.