Structures Aviation Maintenance Technician 145

Hourly Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00/hour
Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance

4/10 Work Schedule (Four 10-Hour Days) 

Job Summary

*** Specialization in Structures Required ***

We are seeking highly skilled Airframe and Powerplant Technicians (AMTs) with a strong rotorcraft background and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in aircraft maintenance and structural repair. The selected candidates will be responsible for performing maintenance, inspections, repairs, and structural modifications on both company-owned and customer-operated aircraft in accordance with Air Methods’ established policies and procedures.

This role requires strict adherence to all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, manufacturer maintenance manuals, and company standards. The AMT will ensure that all maintenance documentation is accurately completed and maintained in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting company operational goals and maintaining the highest standards of airworthiness and reliability.

An Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate is desired but not required. Candidates without an A&P who possess the required rotorcraft experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Complete structural modifications to helicopters
• Install medical support systems into helicopters
• Install avionics systems and STC kits into helicopters
• Accomplish airframe structural repairs
• Replace and repair components in accordance with aircraft maintenance manuals
• Perform operational checks of helicopter systems
• Perform track and balance operations on helicopter rotor systems
• Fabricate detail sheet metal parts from blueprints
• Develop custom installations for medical and avionics equipment
• Travel to base locations to accomplish repairs or modifications
• Maintain shop equipment and areas
• Perform maintenance on rotating components of helicopters, i.e. Engines, Transmission, and Drive Shafts
• Train new employees on United Rotorcraft processes & procedures
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and five to seven years’ related aircraft sheet metal repair and modification experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blue prints
• Experience reading precision measuring equipment
• Experience in use of sheet metal related shop equipment
• Proficient in using manufacturer’s maintenance manuals

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA A&P License in good standing preferred

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)