A&P Field Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician - EC135 - MLB

Metro Aviation - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Melbourne, FL

Educational Services

About the position

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an A&P Field Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician (EC135) in Melbourne, Florida for the First Flight program. Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile, allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and ensure the financial stability of the corporation. Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining a close liaison with the Program Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to provide current status of aircraft and forecast downtime
• Perform aircraft maintenance including inspection, modification, maintenance and repair of aircraft, airframe, rotors, propellers, engines and appliances in accordance with the procedures in the MAI General Operations Manual, Approved Aircraft Inspection Program, Manufacturer's documentation, applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and other approved data sources
• Communicate, plan and coordinate with the Program Lead AMT the schedule of maintenance for base aircraft considering such factors as workflow, location of equipment, facilities, tools, parts, supplies and job requirements
• Communicate with the pilots and the clinical crew upon arrival at the base each work day for any questions or concerns about the condition of the aircraft, prior to beginning the work day
• Provide after-hours maintenance/on-call support for the base(s) as required
• Ensure discrepancies are accurately documented and addressed during maintenance and inspections
• Maintain the field base to the standards Metro Aviation policy and procedure requires
• Take complete ownership and responsibility of each aircraft assigned to the base
• Prepare and submit materials requests and inventory usage reports as directed. Receive inventory and ship inventory to other locations
• Maintain company owned local Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Ensure all necessary aircraft documents and MAI documents are completed and maintained in accordance with applicable 14 CFR Regulations, General Operations Manual and company policies
• Perform inspections on all incoming parts and materials, immediately upon arrival
• Ensure parts with a shelf life limit are removed from inventory prior to expiration
• Request Secondary Maintenance Checks following any maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs or alterations
• Ensure all company owned and personal owned calibrated tools are kept up to date on the company calibrated took tracking log for their assigned base or location
• Perform the duties and functions of the Hangar Based AMT, when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Proficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection and repair
• A thorough knowledge of FARS, the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications and other pertinent information
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Inspection Authorization and/or FAR 135 experience a plus
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experience

Benefits

• Family Health and Prescription Insurance
• Family Dental Insurance
• Family Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• $5,000 Retention Bonus