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Location: Hastings
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Maintenance
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Location: Hastings, NE - Maintenance MedAir II
Department: Flight Maintenance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Shifts hiring: Full-time
Summary/Objective
The aviation mechanic is responsible for the scheduling and execution of daily and periodic inspections on the aircraft as required by the applicable AAIP, manufacturer of the aircraft, engine, appliance or FAA.
ADA: (American Disabilities Act) - Incidence - Percentage of Time Spent
Lifting 50# Medium%-50%)
StandingMedium%-50%)
SittingMedium%-50%)
WalkingMedium%-50%)
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections and/or repairs.
* Maintain inventory and records of all stocked aircraft parts.
* Coordinates all scheduled maintenance with the Director of Maintenance.
* Maintains all required aircraft maintenance records applicable to his/her aircraft and base.
* Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public.
* Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and aircraft safety equipment.
* Work as part of the aviation mechanic team
* Participates in departmental quality improvement activities as assigned.
Competencies
* Proficiency in EC-135 Aircraft and engines
* Knowledge of Microsoft Software
* Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures of Aircraft Maintenance; Part 135 knowledge and experience preferred.
* Sound judgement and objectivity in decision making.
Work Environment
* Inside/Outside in all weather conditions (rain/snow/heat/cold).
* High noise level – reduced by use of hearing protection (Helmet).
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
* Daytime/Night-time operations.
Physical Demands
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
* This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
* The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
* Position can be stationed at a base or work as a float mechanic
* Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Travel
* Dependent upon the requirements at the time, mechanics may have to float to other bases.
* * 10-20% travel throughout the Midwest
Required Education and Experience
* High School Diploma or GED
* Current state driver’s license
* FAA Airframe & Powerplant mechanics certificate
* Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures of Aircraft Maintenance; Part 135 knowledge and experience preferred.
Preferred Education and Experience
* 3 years of FAR 135 Rotorcraft maintenance experience.
* 2 years of experience maintaining EC-135 aircraft and engines.
* 2 years turbine helicopter experience
Additional Eligibility Requirements
* Current & valid state driver’s license
* Must pass company provided physical (post offer, pre- employment) & Drug Screen
* Meet company policy MVR criteria
* Must successfully complete company sponsored EVOC
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of actives, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Reports to: Director of Maintenance
Position oversees: N/A
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