A&P Hangar Based Fixed Wing/Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician - PC12/B407/EC145 - SLCMX
About the role
Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an A&P Hangar Based Fixed Wing/Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician (PC12/B407/EC145) in Salt Lake City, Utah for the Utah AirMed program. Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will: Our customers can safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile, Our employees can exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and The Company can ensure its financial stability.
Responsibilities
The A&P Field-Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician ensures company aircraft are maintained in a safe and airworthy condition in accordance with the airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, and Metro Aviation, Inc.’s policy and procedure.
- Maintain a close liaison with the A&P Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to provide up-to-date and 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 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 regarding the condition of the aircraft
- Maintain the field base to the standards of company policy and procedure requires
- Take complete ownership and responsibility of each aircraft assigned to the base
- Prepare and submit material 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 tool tracking log for their assigned base or location
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 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
Skills
- 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
Benefits
The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees:
- Family Health and Prescription Insurance
- Family Dental Insurance
- Family Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Work Environment
Indoor/Outdoor shop with potential extreme cold and hot temperatures. Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible. Moderate to loud noise level. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required.
Schedule
Full-time. Schedules vary by assigned program. On-call. Overtime necessary depending on workload.