Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a skilled and experienced A&P Field Based Helicopter Aviation Maintenance Technician (EC145) in Frankfort, Indiana at IU Health LifeLine Program.

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, and
• the 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 downtime
• Perform 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 sources
• Communicate, 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 requirements
• Communicate with the pilots and the clinical crew upon arrival at the base regarding the condition of the aircraft
• Maintain the field base to the standards of company policy and procedure requires
• Take complete ownership and responsibility of each aircraft assigned to the base
• Prepare and submit material requests and inventory usage reports as directed. Receive inventory and ship inventory to other locations
• Maintain 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 policies
• Perform inspections on all incoming parts and materials immediately upon arrival
• Ensure parts with a shelf life limit are removed from inventory prior to expiration
• Request Secondary Maintenance Checks following any maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs or alterations
• Ensure 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 location
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Proficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair
• A thorough knowledge of FARS, the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and other pertinent information
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years turbine rotorcraft or airplane experience

Required Certificates

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
• Climbing heights on various equipment
• Lifting up to 50 or more pounds
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required

Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible
• Moderate to loud noise level
• Driving a company vehicle, a personal vehicle for company use, or other equipment

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

• Full-time
• On-call
• Schedules vary by assigned program

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.