A&P Field Mechanic

Experience and proficiency in the following major areas:  

• Extensive experience on Bell 212 airframe maintenance
• Experienced in shop and field maintenance operations  
• Knowledgeable of the Federal Aviation Regulations 
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making  
• Excellent troubleshooting skills  
• Experienced in safely operating trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) up to and over 26,000 lbs.
• Knowledge of state and federal road regulations and laws
• Proficient computer skills
• Well-organized, reliable, and must be able to multi-task
• Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities  
• Strong observational skills and must be detail-oriented  
• High level of composure and good stress management

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and alterations in accordance with  maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters and  applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), company policies and procedures, in a timely  manner, with a high standard of safety and quality
• Carry out maintenance updates on different components and accessories of aircrafts 
• Conduct regular maintenance tests and checks to ensure all components are working at full  capacity
• Install replacement parts in the aircraft which are faulty or damaged  
• Create inventories of supplies, materials, and equipment
• Maintain repair logs and other documents such as reports of fixed and replaced aircraft  components  
• Diagnose malfunctions and apply corrective maintenance
• Comply with company Employee Manual, GOM, SMS, SOP’s and Ops Specs
• Participate in out-of-town travel, work, and overtime work, as required  
• Positively represent Lohman Helicopter through a professional and favorable appearance to the  public and to the companies and entities that we work with
• Satisfactorily complete all company mandated and assigned training classes and training courses within given time limits
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the landing zone, including  the activities of other employees and contractors, and the movement of equipment/helicopters
• Maintain a consistent, open, and honest line of communication with your supervisor
• Maintain state-issued Class C Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements and DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
• Safely and conscientiously utilize and operate all fleet trucks, vehicles, and equipment,  observing all law and industry standards of operation and use to complete assigned tasks and  responsibilities
• Drive trucks transporting hazardous materials  
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are clean inside and outside and maintained accordingly
• Support aircraft for powerline work, fire contracts, and other contracts as required through refueling aircraft, hooking and removing long lines, and other ground support duties as assigned 
• Track fuel quantities and order when needed
• Under the direction of the Fleet Manager, support the truck and vehicle fleet to maintain road  and field use readiness
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip  
• Service and maintain company equipment as directed and notify managers of any major  maintenance or issues encountered
• Comply with DOT regulations
• Must be self-motivated, disciplined, dependable, and resourceful, with a can-do attitude
• Actively participate in company SMS program
• Make safety a priority at all times

Due to the nature of small business operations, it may occasionally be necessary to fulfill task requirements of varied nature.  

Qualifications/Licenses:

• Valid and current FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (2 years required)
• Previous experience working under CFR Part 135  
• USFS/OAS Carded on airframes Bell 212
• 2 years of aircraft maintenance on Bell 212
• 3 months of field experience within the last 5 years
• 18 months helicopter maintenance experience within the last 24 months
• Must own basic aviation toolset
• Must pass a background check and DOT drug test
• Clean driving record  
• Prepared to travel within the operational region
• Ability to conduct activities requiring lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of burdens, up to 50  pounds on a frequent basis.
• Valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate (preferred) must acquire within 14 days
• Class C CDL with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements (preferred) must acquire within 90 days
• Manufacturer’s training or equivalent on Bell Helicopter model 212 (preferred)

Compensation
Employment Status: W2
Base Pay: $42.00 per hour
Group Health & Dental: Employer paid for employee; option for employee to insure  family members  

Travel and Out of Town Lodging: Company paid and arranged

Schedule: Field and shop work as required. Shop work Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Fieldwork schedule rotations 12/2, 12/12, 14/14 supporting aircraft for powerline work, forest fire contracts, and other contracts assigned throughout the United States, Canada, and other selected sites. The A&P Field  Mechanic will be required to work varied shifts and may be required to be available for on-call rotations.  Generally, jobs are scheduled in advance, though occasionally, there will be “on-call” rotations.