Aviation Maintenance Technician

Company: Air Methods Corporation
Location: Fresno
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Job Summary
Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with Air Methods' policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

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• Performs inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
  
• Upon installation or removal of any component or assembly, the Mechanic shall verify by physical inspection or markings on the part that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation
  
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters
  
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company's Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures
  
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner
  Responsible for correcting compliance or safety issues when directed by the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic
  
• Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service
  
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including
  --- Request aviation parts and supplies in order to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness
  --- Other Duties as assigned
  
  Additional Job Requirements
  
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  • Regular scheduled attendance
    
  • Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 10%
    
    
    Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.
    Qualifications
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
    Education & Experience
    
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    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
      
    • Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred
      
    • FAR 135 operations preferred
      
      
      Skills
      
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      • Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing
        
      • Sheet metal and composite repair procedures
        
      • Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337's, Service Bulletins, AD's, etc.
        
      • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
        
      • Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
        
      • Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
        
      • Ability to learn and utilize the Company's ERP system (Ramco)
        
      • Strong communication skills
        
      • Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work
        
        
        Computer Skills
        
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        • Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
          
        • RAMCO experience preferred
          
          
          Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
          
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          • FAA A&P License in good standing.
            
            Perks of working for Air Methods:
            
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            • Competitive pay based on prior experience you bring to the team
              
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              • $30- 42/hour DOE
                
                
                
              • Air Methods provides a comprehensive benefits package. - We believe our benefits should be as diverse as our teammates. - We offer competitive medical, dental and vision coverage along with voluntary accident, hospitalization and critical illness coverage, short and long term disability, life and AD&D, time off programs, pretax and Roth 401(k) with a generous company match, tuition reimbursement, profession training and certifications, dependent care support, EAP and concierge services to name just some of what we have to offer. -
                
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                This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
                Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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