Helicopter Mechanic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $8,620.25 - $11,266.32 Monthly
Location : 613 E. Broadway, Room 100, Glendale, CA
Job Type: Salaried - Full-time
Job Number: 26-00150
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Position
OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Job Description: Under general supervision, inspects, repairs and maintains the Police Department helicopters, including helicopter piston engines, helicopter turbine engines, rotor systems, transmissions, fuel controls, governors, magnetos and police equipment used on helicopters. This classification will be expected to diagnose, resolve and oversee complex helicopter repairs and mechanical issues.
Classification Code: 3341
Reporting Relationships:
This position reports to a Police Sergeant.
Common Responsibilities:
In the City of Glendale, all positions are responsible for excellent performance in the following areas:
Skills and Abilities
Customer Service
Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.
Ethics
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Performance
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.
Safety
Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Teamwork
Foster a teamwork environment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Communications
Give and receive direction in English.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Equipment
Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.
Cyber Security
Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience:
Five years of experience completing major and minor repairs in helicopter maintenance including three years of experience maintaining MD500 Series helicopters is required.
Certifications/Licenses
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate is required.
Must be eligible for FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) and obtain the authorization before the end of the probationary period.
Transportation:
For staff without a valid California Driver's License, the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions is required.
Click to view the complete class specification outlining all job duties and requirements:
Promotional Eligibility
Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed outside in a variety of field and weather conditions.
Work is primarily performed Monday to Friday during regular office hours.
Exceptional Customer Service Policy The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention. Please click on the link to read the .
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the written examination. Approximately the top 15 scoring candidates who achieve a minimum passing score of 70% on the written examination will be invited to the further stages of the selection process.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and general background for the position.
Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting. For further information, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at (818) 548-3117.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED: Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.
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The position you are applying for is a promotional/open position for current City of Glendale employees as well as for the general public. If you are a current City employee, please enter your City of Glendale Employee ID Number. If you are not a current City Employee, please type N/A.
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Do you possess a California Class "C" Driver's License?

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Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

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Do you possess five (5) years of experience performing major and minor helicopter maintenance and repairs, including three (3) years of experience maintaining MD500 Series helicopters?

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Please describe your experience performing major and minor helicopter maintenance and repairs, including your experience maintaining MD500 Series helicopters.
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Do you currently possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate?

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I acknowledge that I must be eligible to obtain FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) and understand that I am required to obtain this authorization before the end of my probationary period.I understand and agree to comply with this requirement.

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