Commission Helicopter Ground Support Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you interested in becoming a part of an innovative in-house maintenance facility working on private S76C or S76D aircraft?

Flexjet, an award-winning organization, is currently looking for an experienced, certified Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) to join our team! This position will be responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs including airframe structures, engines and aircraft systems. The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) will make repairs and conduct tests to keep equipment operating efficiently and safely. Please note, this position may require working nights.

This position would complete work at Bridgeport, CT & White Plains, NY

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P)
Basic set of hand tools
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime, as necessary
Advancement of Level will be predicated upon positive annua] reviews while taking into consideration proficiency of responsibilities along with knowledge, skills, and experience:

Level 1

• Entry Level
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience
• Helicopter experience preferred; not required
• Successful completion of Level

Level 2

Minimum 2-5 years of experience
Completed an initial technician training cJass for one of the Flexjet helicopters or completed a training c1ass on initial or advanced troubleshooting
Perform routine and non-routine maintenance to ensure aircraft readiness

Level 3

Successful completion of Level 2
Minimum 3-6 years of experience
Able to troubleshoot
Avionics Entry Level

ERT Qualifications and Aircraft initial training earned on Aircraft Type not on our Ops Spec will be considered during the hiring or review process. Credit for non-fleet type Aircraft ERT Qualifications, Training, specialized skills or equivalent desirable experience will be at the Hiring /Review Mangers discretion

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Training/Ability to operate Forklift
Training/ Ability to operate Ground Support Equipment
Training/ Ability to operate PIV
Training/ Ability on Shop Equipment
Training/ Ability to Balance Stater/Generator

Training/ Ability to Perform Final Ground Runs Training/Ability to use Rads for MIR & T/R Track & Balance

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Foster the Flexjet culture while embracing the company fundamental principles
Adhere to Flexjet policies and procedures
Gain efficiency in performing assigned duties in accordance with applicable technical data and FAA regulations
Perform quality inspections, repairs, component replacement and apply corrective actions to maintain the airworthiness of the helicopter
Perform basic mechanical and electrical removals and installations
Ability to sign off logbook, record component entries and document work performed per appropriate manuals including, but not limited to, Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Component Maintenance Manual
Operate ground support equipment including, but not limited to jacks, nitrogen and air conditioning servicing carts
Support with simple to complex repairs at on-site & off-site location
Support with performing engine runs for system operations and troubleshooting
Support with fueling or defueling helicopters as needed

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS:

Basic knowledge of reading and interpreting aircraft blueprints, drawings, diagrams and manuals
Basic knowledge of avionics systems or aircraft systems
Ability to understand and properly use manuals necessary to perform job including, but not limited to Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), General Operations Manual (GOM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Component Maintenance Manual, and Systems Manual
Basic skill to assemble helicopter parts and components
Skill to use calibrated, hand and specialized tools necessary to perform job
Skill to operate ground support equipment as necessary to perform job
Skill to measure using a variety of basic and precision measuring devices relating to job function
Skill to apply sealing compounds

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Successful candidate will be highly motivated and work effectively under pressure and time constraints
• Must have the ability to multi-task within a team environment
• Strong working knowledge of Windows and MS Office programs
• Possess proven inspection competencies
• Must be detail-oriented and well organized; demonstrate excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude
• Specialized aircraft tooling will be furnished by the company
• Ability to pass background check for airport security badge

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.