Helicopter Mechanic (Temporary)

About the role

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing inspections and diagnosing mechanical defects and problems on Police Department helicopter equipment, including airframe and engines. Exercises no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and diagnoses mechanical defects and problems on helicopter equipment, including airframe and engines; perform mechanical repairs or adjustments as appropriate.
• Analyzes engine or operational component failures; determines problems and causes; removes and performs overhaul of component parts as required; re-installs parts after repair; involves frequently lifting and carrying component parts weighing up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment including lubricating and replacing worn parts, checking fuel and condition of fueling equipment.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled inspections; records inspections performed and helicopter daily flight patterns, time and length of flight.
• Operates and maintains a variety of shop equipment including a torque wrench, air grease gun, drill press, welder, dial indicator and deep cycle analyzer to be utilized during inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Maintains repair and maintenance records, manuals and air worthiness for the helicopter airframes and the engines.
• Orders supplies and equipment for the helicopters; maintains inventory of parts supply and fuel supply; contacts vendors.
• Maintains and cleans the shop and aircraft hangar area.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of helicopter/aircraft maintenance and repair.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years' experience in helicopter airframe and power plant maintenance on helicopters.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power Plant license.

Qualifications

• Experience with Airbus Helicopters models AS350B3e (H-125).
• Experience with Safran HE ARRIEL 2D.

Skills

• Knowledge of procedures, practices, and techniques of airframe and power plant repairs on helicopters.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements relating to helicopter maintenance and safety.
• Knowledge of tools, mechanical and electronic equipment used in the inspection, maintenance and repair of helicopters.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair helicopter airframes and power plants.
• Ability to perform sheet metal repairs and modification per Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• Ability to maintain constant airworthiness of San Antonio Police Department helicopters per Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards.
• Ability to interpret electrical circuitry plans and machine drawings of helicopter equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits

• The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.
• To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Benefits Information

Note Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits. Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Required Question

• Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee? Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces? YesNo.
• Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant? Yes - SA Ready to Work Program.
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
• Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces? YesNo.
• Do you have a valid Driver's License? YesNo.
• Do you currently have a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power Plant license? YesNo.
• How many years of experience do you have in helicopter airframe and power plant maintenance on helicopters? None.
• Less than one year.
• 1 year.
• 2 years.
• 3 years.
• 4 years.
• 5 years.
• 6 years.
• 7 years.
• 8 years.
• 9 years.
• 10 years +.
• Please select all that you have at least three (3) years of experience in: American Eurocopter AS350 series.
• Airbus Helicopters model AS350B3e series.
• Airbus Helicopters model EC120B series.
• Turbomeca Engine models ARRIEL 2D.
• Turbomeca Engine models ARRIUS 2F.
• None of the above.
• Please describe your experience working with Airbus Helicopters models AS350B3e and EC120B series? Where did you gain your experience from? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".
• Please describe your experience working with Turbomeca Engine models ARRIEL 2D and ARRIUS 2F? Where did you gain your experience from? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".
• I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions. I acknowledge.
• I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended. I acknowledge.