A&P Field Based Aviation Maintenance Technician - B407 - TXKRW

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a skilled and experienced A&P Field Based Aviation Maintenance Technician (B407) in Texarkana, Arkansas for the LifeNet Program. Sign-on and retention bonuses available (subject to offer letter terms and policy).

About the role

The A&P Field-Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician ensures company aircraft are maintained in a safe and airworthy condition in accordance with airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, and Metro Aviation, Inc.’s policy and procedure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain close liaison with the A&P Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to provide up-to-date 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 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 Lead AMT the schedule of maintenance for base aircraft, considering workflow, location of equipment, facilities, tools, parts, supplies, and job requirements.
• Communicate with pilots and clinical crew upon arrival at the base regarding the condition of the aircraft.
• Maintain the field base to company policy and procedure standards.
• Take complete ownership and responsibility of each aircraft assigned to the base.
• Prepare and submit material requests and inventory usage reports as directed; receive 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.
• Remove parts with a shelf life limit 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 tool tracking log for their assigned base or location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Minimum of three (3) years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experience.
• Inspection Authorization and/or FAR 135 experience a plus.

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making.
• Proficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs, the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and other pertinent information.
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions.

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time.
• Climbing heights on various equipment.
• Lifting up to 50 or more pounds.
• Sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, ear protection, safety glasses) when required.

Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible.
• Moderate to loud noise level.
• Driving a company vehicle, a personal vehicle for company use, or other equipment.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• On-call.
• Schedules vary by assigned program.
• Overtime necessary depending on workload.

Benefits

• Family Health and Prescription Insurance.
• Family Dental Insurance.
• Family Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.