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Job Description: A&P Field Mechanic

Summary of Duties

The Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining aircraft airframes and engines in compliance with FAA and manufacturer standards. This role will primarily support aircraft used in utility and powerline work, U.S. Forest Service contracts, CAL FIRE, and other assignments as needed. This position reports to the Director of Maintenance and performs duties on company airframes.

This position requires confidence maintaining and around helicopter operations, vigilance in high-activity environments, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safe commercial motor vehicle operations. The A&P Mechanic will be responsible for operating commercial motor vehicles transporting hazardous materials, acting as a fuel truck driver, and providing field support for helicopter operations.

Experience and proficiency in the following major areas:

· Extensive experience on Bell 407/212 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

· Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities

· Strong observational skills and must be detail-oriented

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

• 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 A 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

· Comply with company Employee Manual, GOM, SMS, SOP’s and Ops Specs

· Positively represent Lohman Helicopter through a professional and favorable appearance to the public and to the companies and entities that we work with

· Participate in out-of-town travel, work, and overtime work, as required

· 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

Other Duties as Assigned: Due to the nature of small business operations, this role will require completing various additional tasks to support company needs.

Qualifications/Licenses

· Valid and current FAA Airframe and Powerplant License

· Previous experience working under CFR Part 135

· USFS/OAS Carded on Bell 407 and 212 airframes

· 2 years of aircraft maintenance on Bell 407

· 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, must acquire within 14 days

· Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements, must acquire within 90 days

· This offer is contingent upon relocating within 1 hour of the Company Home Base

Overtime: Being willing to work overtime is a requirement.

Work Schedule:

· Shop Work: Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours per week)

· Field Work Rotations: 12/2, 12/12, or 14/14, supporting aircraft for powerline projects, wildfire contracts, and other assignments across the U.S., Canada, and selected international locations.

· On-Call: On-call rotations as required

· Overtime: May be required, heavy overtime in the summer months.