About this role
About the Opportunity
Join our client, a leading provider of helicopter air ambulance and critical-care transport services across the United States, as a Senior Light Ship Mechanic. In this role, you will help maintain the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of helicopters that support life-saving medical transport missions. Working alongside a dedicated maintenance team, you will use your technical expertise to ensure aircraft are ready for operation and support essential community healthcare services.
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Responsibilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair helicopters to ensure airworthiness and operational readiness.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with the Lead Mechanic and AMBS.
- Oversee assigned-base aircraft, spare parts, and company assets.
- Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records in compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.
- Record maintenance entries and manage inventory information in the RAMCO system.
- Travel between bases as needed to support maintenance operations.
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Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
- At least two years of experience as a certified mechanic.
- Basic communication skills and computer proficiency.
- Ability to pass a pre-placement physical examination, strength and flexibility assessment, drug screening, and background check.
- For Roving Maintenance Team positions, experience in sheet metal repair and/or avionics troubleshooting is required.
- Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice, and work night shifts as required by the maintenance schedule.
- Residence within a one-hour drive or 60 miles of the assigned base, whichever distance is greater.
- Ability to travel between bases to meet maintenance requirements.
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Benefits & Perks
- Competitive benefits package supporting your personal and professional growth.
- Flexible 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule to support work-life balance.
- Opportunity to contribute to life-saving medical transport operations and community healthcare through your technical expertise.
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