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Winco is an agile aviation business with decades of proven innovation and service to the powerline construction and maintenance industry. We provide best-in-breed utility helicopters and crews to support projects of all complexities and sizes throughout the United States. We are a team of quiet professionals who get the job done safely and to the specification and satisfaction of our customers. Our approach centers around providing the best maintained aircraft, the best trained aviation teams (Pilots, Mechanics, Linemen & Groundmen), and the best results in terms of safe and efficient production for our customers.

Winco, Inc. offers helicopter-assisted services for traditional electric maintenance and construction. Projects with limited access because of terrain or environmental concerns, as well as those on aggressive schedules have benefited from Winco’s aerial capabilities. This position will be for Field Mechanic on MD369 D and FF helicopters.

• Maintain overall proper maintenance of the aircraft.
• Complete inspections when due, utilizing the appropriate checklist.
• Change time-life/overhaul life items when due. Tagging them with the date of removal and accurate times and cycles accumulated.
• Correct discrepancies reported by the pilot.
• Maintain correct and legible log pages/book and make component permanent record card entries, signing off all work with an authorized signature.
• Complete reports in a concise, legible, and timely manner.
• Conduct a daily aircraft inspection. Preflight and postflight
• Clean or assist in the cleaning of the helicopter each day, including wiping clean all excess grease and sweeping out the cabin.
• Clean and polishing the windshield each day prior to the first flight.
• Protect the aircraft on the ground.
• Assist the pilot in securing the landing area, by keeping unauthorized people away.
• Test the fuel each day and fueling the aircraft as directed.
• Operate of motor vehicles in a safe and professional manner.
• Be / Become knowledgeable of the contents of the: Winco Operations Manual, Winco Environmental Health and Safety Manual, FAR’s, FAA Regulations, OSHA Standards Rotorcraft Flight Manual, Manufacture’s Maintenance Manuals and Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and other information necessary to perform his duties.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Sufficient knowledge and experience to carry out the accountabilities and duties listed above
• FAA Airframe and Power Plant license
• 2 years general maintenance training or equivalent experience with make and model helicopter/engine
• Pass FAA/DOT drug test (pre-hire and randoms)
• Legal US work status
• Current US driver’s license
• Pass a DOT Physical
• Must have a minimum of six-months helicopter maintenance experience during the past 24 months.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50lbs and climb ladders.
• Requires the ability and/or willingness to work days, nights, weekends, and in remote locations on a 3-weeks on, 3-weeks off basis.

• Paid minimum of 40 hours per week, even off shift, with an additional 20 hours overtime per week guaranteed while on shift.
• 401k with up to 4.5% company matching
• Medical insurance package with PPO and HSA options
• Dental, vision, and life insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.