Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Avionics Mechanic

This would be at the Elm City Maintenance Facility working on EC135's. Looking for rotor experience and a mechanic with avionics experience, but must has a current A&P license. 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.

Elm City is a small town in Wilson and Nash Counties in North Carolina.

Here are some of the nearby cities and towns around Elm City, NC:

• Wilson, NC about 6.6 miles away
• Rocky Mount, NC about 9.97 miles away
• Tarboro, NC
• Goldsboro, NC
• Greenville, NC
• Smithfield, NC
• Clayton, NC
• Wake Forest, NC
• Pinetops, NC
• Sharpsburg, NC
• Stantonsburg, N
• Lucama, NC
• Black Creek, NC
• Kenly, NC
• Micro, NC
• Saratoga, NC
• Nashville, NC
• Macclesfield, NC

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• 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

• Provide timely on call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 25 50%
• Periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives will be expected.
• Must live within an hour of the base.

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

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, active/current A&P REQUIRED

FAR 135 operations preferred

Skills

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

Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation

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

Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

RAMCO experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

FAA A&P License in good standing. 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.