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 Aircraft Light Mechanic based in Marion, IN. In this role, you will help maintain the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of helicopters used for life-saving medical transport missions. Your technical expertise will support safe patient transportation, strengthen community healthcare partnerships, and contribute to essential air medical operations.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough helicopter inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and perform necessary repairs to maintain airworthiness.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with the Lead Mechanic and AMBS while overseeing assigned-base aircraft and company assets.
- Complete accurate maintenance documentation in compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.
- Record maintenance activities in the RAMCO system and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Ensure parts inventory accuracy and proper tool calibration.
- Travel between bases as needed to support maintenance operations.
- Follow a 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule to maintain aircraft readiness.
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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 hands-on experience as a certified aircraft mechanic.
- Basic communication skills and computer proficiency.
- Ability to pass a pre-placement physical examination, including strength and flexibility assessments, a drug screening, and a background check.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
- For Roving Maintenance Team positions, experience in sheet metal repair and/or avionics troubleshooting and repair is required.
- Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice, and work night shifts as required for maintenance operations.
- 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 designed to support work-life balance and professional development.
- Opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team that values technical expertise and commitment to safety.
- Meaningful work supporting life-saving medical transport operations and community healthcare services.
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