Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

About the role

Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.

Location: Moundsville, WV — Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, along the Ohio River in Marshall County (county seat). Population ~7,700–8,000. Known for the historic Grave Creek Mound (Adena culture heritage). Approximately 15 minutes south of Wheeling, WV; 1 hour 15 minutes southwest of Pittsburgh, PA; 2 hours north of Morgantown, WV. Access via WV-2 and US-250.

Nearby communities: Glen Dale, Benwood, McMechen, Cameron (10–20 minutes); Wheeling, New Martinsville, Steubenville, OH (30–45 minutes); Pittsburgh, PA, Morgantown, WV, Washington, PA (1–1.5 hours).

Responsibilities

• 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, verifies by physical inspection or markings 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 (including specific chapters).
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (Level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with SMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner.
• Responsible for correcting compliance or safety issues when directed by the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic.
• Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the assigned aircraft.
• Requests aviation parts and supplies to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Provide timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Regular scheduled attendance.
• Travel: 25–50% of time; periodic travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives expected.
• Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods’ policies, regular attendance is an essential function.
• All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 to 5 years’ related aircraft maintenance experience required.
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred.
• FAR 135 operations preferred.

Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing.
• Sheet metal and composite repair procedures.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as 337s, Service Bulletins, ADs, 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 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 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• RAMCO experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P License in good standing — required.
• Subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Schedule

• Flexible schedule required, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Travel 25–50% of time; periodic travel for Part 135 operations and company objectives.
• On-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.