Field Mechanic - Airframe Structures Technician

About the role

Columbia Helicopters is a 65-year-old provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly helicopters worldwide, and provide maintenance support to keep you ready for critical operations. Join our Columbia Family if you're passionate about aviation!

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft to ensure airworthy condition.
• Perform all assigned work in accordance with company maintenance procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure airworthiness, promptly identifying and reporting any maintenance discrepancies or safety concerns to supervisory personnel.
• Maintain all log books and forms recording the work performed to FAA and CHI standards.
• Gain access to all portions of aircraft for maintenance and inspection purposes.
• Give on-the-job training to other employees.
• Perform maintenance on ground support equipment.
• Drive company vehicles.
• Perform tasks such as crawling under, working overhead, and climbing onto the top of the helicopter.
• Lift aircraft components and support equipment.
• Travel with assigned aircraft and crew to various states.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe License & valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of 5 years of structural repair experience, preferably on BV 107-II and/or BV 234 type aircraft.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Thorough knowledge of in-depth structural repairs.
• Proficient with aircraft structural repair manuals.
• Familiarity with FAR part 135 maintenance program requirements (CAMP).
• Familiarity with FAR part 43 Major/Minor determination repair criteria.
• Proficiency with structural repair tools, including rivet guns & sets, drills, shavers, shrinker-stretcher, machines, sheet metal brakes, paint equipment, presses, & etc.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, create focus in areas of poor scope definition or where there are issues, and be solution oriented but committed to consistency and process.
• Ability to perform quality work in austere environmental conditions.
• Ability to work under minimal direction while keeping within the limitations of designated authorities and abilities.
• Meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) as a U.S. Person.