EMS Aircraft Mechanic

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Salary : $72,457 - $94,195