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Air Methods
Avionics Aviation Maintenance Technician 145
Job Description
Overview Job Summary
- Specialization in Avionics Required
- Looking for AMTs with a rotor background, but open to 7+ years of heavy aircraft maintenance experience.
- 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
- Other Duties as assigned 145 Specific
- Utilizes Air Method's EAP system (Ramco) to account for time on task accurately
- Identify all needed parts, tools and supplies for non-routine discrepancy findings
- Performs maintenance on 145 shop's support equipment
- Mentors and trains less experienced Mechanics
- Actively participates in 145 shop LEAN process improvements Additional Job Requirements
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 10%Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- 5 to 7 years' related aircraft maintenance experience required
- AS350 or EC130 experience preferred
- Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred
- FAR 145 operations preferred Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing
- 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 preferred
- Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$82,037 / year median in Arizona
+6% projected growth