EMS Helicopter Mechanic

EMS Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Performs intermediate technical work performing maintenance and repairs on EMS aircraft, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the EMS Aircraft Maintenance Director. Applicants are required to live within 90 minutes of the MedFlight Hangar. The schedule for this position is 8 days on/6 days off.

Job Duties

Maintains aircraft in a state of EMS readiness; performs scheduled maintenance and inspections in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and manufacturer's guidelines for engine, airframe, and avionics.

Inspect, test, diagnose, maintain, and repair helicopter including structural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.

Determines the airworthiness of the aircraft and inspects maintenance documents.

Maintains aircraft records, logbooks, and documentation.

Updates computer maintenance/inventory tracking software.

Maintains parts inventory, orders and receives parts/supplies.

Provides technical guidance to others.

Attends company training events as directed.

Drive and operate assigned motor vehicles and equipment.

Performs housecleaning of hangar/station.

Performs other assigned duties.

Position Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of aircraft.

Thorough knowledge of and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery.

Thorough knowledge of safe work practices.

Ability to detect by inspection any worn or broken aviation parts.

Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.

Ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.

Ability to prepare and file simple written reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and vendors.

Ability to maintain a high level of personal decorum and professional conduct.

Ability to perform all job duties in a safe manner, following all standard operating procedures.

Provide exceptional customer service skills and abilities.

Education, Experience and Supplemental Information

High school diploma or equivalent.

Considerable experience (2 to 5 years related experience and/or training) in aircraft maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid driver's license.

FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.

Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive company, FAA and DOT required pre-employment screening, criminal background check, drug test, motor vehicle driving record, PRIA records check, Office of Inspector General List of Excluded Individuals, and National Sex Offender Public Website registry.

Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred.

FAR 135 operations experience preferred.

Subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, and post-accident).

Must be able to work any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants are required to live within 90 minutes of the MedFlight Hangar.

Standard set of aviation maintenance hand tools necessary to perform routine general aviation maintenance. Specialty tools and calibrated equipment are supplied by the company.

Related experience may include aircraft maintenance, avionics repair, or aircraft sheet metal/structural work, as applicable to the position.

Experience in helicopter maintenance is required. Related aviation maintenance experience may include aircraft maintenance, avionics repair, or aircraft sheet metal and structural work. Experience maintaining Airbus helicopter airframes is preferred, particularly the EC135, EC145, or H145 platforms.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dare County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you consideration for employment. Dare County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

A competitive benefits package is provided:

• 12 - 30 paid vacation days per year, based on length of service
• 12 paid sick days per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• 3 paid personal leave days
• Employer-paid medical insurance for employee
• Life Insurance
• Local Government Retirement System
• Automatic 3% contribution into NC Total Retirement 401K Plan
• Longevity Pay Plan
• Employee Assistance Counseling Program
• Transfer of sick leave from another North Carolina state or local government agency will be considered within 2 months of hire
• Elective supplemental insurance including short-term disability, vision, dental, term life

Employees have the option to cover their dependents on the County's group policy at their own expense through payroll deduction. Note: Part-time positions do not include benefits. If this is a part-time position, it will not include benefits.