Turbine Engine Maintenance Technician

About the role

Columbia Helicopters is a 65-year-old company that provides heavy-lift helicopter services, aircraft maintenance, and engine overhaul.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals to determine the feasibility and method to perform tasks.
• Clean and inspect engines and component parts for damage and wear using visual examination and specialized tools.
• Replace or repair damaged or worn engine parts and component parts using various tools and equipment.
• Assemble components with the appropriate tools and equipment.
• Utilize special tools and equipment to perform tests and checks to confirm engine or component serviceability.
• Document all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records to meet established standards.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practicing proper tool and FOD control.
• Work safely and utilize the appropriate technical data for the assigned task.
• Monitor and support continuous improvement activities by utilizing Lean and continuous improvement tools to eliminate waste, improve quality, and reduce cost.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Further education or advanced instruction relative to the technical field is desirable.
• Requires 3+ years of mechanical experience and a strong aptitude for acquiring new mechanical skills and knowledge.
• Experience in turbine engine overhaul or engine component overhaul is preferred.
• Documented military or commercial turbine engine maintenance and/or component maintenance training is preferred.
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment is required.
• Ability to locate, read, and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs.
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is desirable.
• 3+ years of mechanical experience and strong aptitude for acquiring new mechanical skills and knowledge.
• Experience in turbine engine overhaul or engine component overhaul preferred.
• Documented military or commercial turbine engine maintenance and/or component maintenance training preferred.
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment.
• Ability to locate, read, and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs.
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

• Reading and interpreting maintenance manuals.
• Cleaning and inspecting engines and component parts.
• Replacing or repairing damaged or worn engine parts and component parts.
• Utilizing special tools and equipment for tests and checks.
• Documenting inspection findings and work performed/corrective action.
• Maintaining work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner.
• Working safely and utilizing appropriate technical data.
• Monitoring and supporting continuous improvement activities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company contributions, paid time off, and employee wellness resources.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Depending on the role, this may include working regular hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.