Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a skilled and experienced A&P Field Based Aviation Maintenance Technician (EC145) Columbus, Ohio for the Nationwide Children's Hospital program. Click Here To Learn More About Our Ohio Locations!
- 5,000 Sign-On Bonus
- 5,000 Retention Bonus
- Subject to offer letter terms and policy
Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that :
our customers can safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,our employees can exercise their talents and maximize their potential, andthe Company can ensure its financial stability.Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.
We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees : Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Job Objective
The A&P Field-Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician ensures company aircraft are maintained in a safe and airworthy condition in accordance with the airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, and Metro Aviation, Inc.'s policy and procedure.
Essential Functions
Maintain a close liaison with the A&P Lead Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to provide up-to-date and current status of aircraft and forecast downtimePerform aircraft maintenance including inspection, modification, maintenance, and repair of aircraft, airframe, rotors, propellers, engines, and appliances in accordance with the procedures in the MAI General Operations Manual, Approved Aircraft Inspection Program, Manufacturer's documentation, applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, and other approved data sourcesCommunicate, plan, and coordinate with the Lead AMT the schedule of maintenance for base aircraft, considering such factors as workflow, location of equipment, facilities, tools, parts, supplies, and job requirementsCommunicate with the pilots and the clinical crew upon arrival at the base regarding the condition of the aircraftMaintain the field base to the standards of company policy and procedure requiresTake complete ownership and responsibility of each aircraft assigned to the basePrepare and submit material requests and inventory usage reports as directed. Receive inventory and ship inventory to other locationsMaintain company-owned local Ground Support Equipment (GSE)Ensure all necessary aircraft documents and MAI documents are completed and maintained in accordance with applicable 14 CFR Regulations, General Operations Manual, and company policiesPerform inspections on all incoming parts and materials immediately upon arrivalEnsure parts with a shelf life limit are removed from inventory prior to expirationRequest Secondary Maintenance Checks following any maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs or alterationsEnsure all company-owned and personal-owned calibrated tools are kept up to date on the company-calibrated tool tracking log for their assigned base or locationPerform other duties as assignedRequirements
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)
Effective oral and written communication skillsPossess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-makingProficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repairA thorough knowledge of FARS, the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and other pertinent informationExtensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactionsEducation & Experience
High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 3 years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experienceRequired Certificates
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificationPhysical Demands
Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of timeClimbing heights on various equipmentLifting up to 50 or more poundsMust have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the positionAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when requiredWork Environment
Indoor / Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperaturesExposure to hazardous chemicals is possibleModerate to loud noise levelDriving a company vehicle, a personal vehicle for company use, or other equipmentWork Status, Schedule, & Travel
Full-timeOn-callSchedules vary by assigned programMetro Aviation, Inc. does not have a Visa Sponsorship program at this time
Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.
Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.
