About This Role
Performing a range of routine tasks involving the diagnosis and repair of all District aircraft according to manufacturers' specifications and Federal Aviation regulations is the core of this role. The position involves some field work when responding to mechanical breakdown calls and requires a certified mechanic with knowledge of aviation concepts and practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform a range of routine tasks involving the diagnosis and repair to all District aircraft according to manufacturers' specifications and Federal Aviation regulations
- Respond to mechanical breakdown calls for field work
- Observe and examine machinery and parts in operation to detect malfunctioning or defective units
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 4+ years’ experience servicing, diagnosing, overhauling and repairing turbine helicopters
- Emphasis on Bell 407 and 206 aircraft, including engine and avionics repairs
- Completed necessary trade school courses
- FAA Aircraft Mechanic Airframe and Power Plant Certificate
- Knowledge of aviation concepts, practices, and procedures
- Possess basic tools suitable for maintenance work on aircraft
- Valid State of Florida Driver's License
- Airframe and Power Plant certification
- Continuous handling, fingering, reaching, standing, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling to service and repair aircraft components using both manual and power impact wrenches and other tools, often in awkward positions
- Intermittent kneeling
- Manual dexterity is essential to move the hands easily and skillfully with constant placing and turning motions
- Intermittent lifting of tools and parts weighing 10-20 lbs.
- Intermittent lifting of tires, batteries and cylinder heads weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Intermittent reclining under equipment on creepers
- Participate in FAA/DOT drug and alcohol random testing
Nice to have:
- Bell Helicopter factory maintenance training
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Florida Retirement System
- Deferred compensation
- Paid vacation
- Holiday leave
- Life insurance
- Professional atmosphere
Important Details
- Schedule: generally 7am to 4pm, Monday through Friday
- Overtime: may be required based on job needs, weather and/or environmental conditions
- Work area: mostly in the hangar
- Environmental conditions: may involve contact with carbon monoxide and dusts, and materials including waste oils, grease, coolants, acids, adhesives, dirty and greasy parts, and cleaning parts using solvents