AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIA

Overview

The incumbent in this position is responsible for the performance of required inspections and maintenance of the Seminole Hard Rock Aviation Department’s aircraft. The individual performs repairs, inspections, and maintenance of the structural, mechanical, and electronic elements of the aircraft as assigned by the Director of Maintenance. This individual performs on call service. During call periods this individual will be required to supervise vendor maintenance personnel and coordinate parts procurement, delivery, and installation domestically and internationally. During these travel periods the incumbent coordinates and manages inspections and or repairs with local repair stations. This position reports to the Director of Maintenance or designee and is an exempt position.

Responsibilities

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs the required inspections and maintenance of the Seminole Hard Rock Aviation Department’s aircraft. Examines and inspects aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems. Inspects airframes for wear or other defects. Measure parts for wear, using precision instruments. Performs or assists leads or Crew Chief in systems troubleshooting.

• Conducts line service operations, performs maintenance on ground support equipment, test stands, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance.
• Assists with directing, planning, and laying out details of inspection standards, methods, and procedures used by the repair facilities in complying with all applicable FAA regulations and manufacturer's recommendations for Tribal aircraft.
• Assists the maintenance manager with projecting and budgeting upcoming maintenance activities for Tribal Aircraft.
• Performs field maintenance services. Travels nationally or internationally to other locations to support maintenance operations, including coordinate parts procurement, delivery, and installation or to recover Tribal aircraft. Manages and coordinates inspections and or repairs with local repair stations. Supervises the work performed by vendor repair staff.
• May serve as the Maintenance Manager in their absence.
• Assists with aircraft records compliance.
• Attends staff meetings, training classes and other activities and events as required.
• Performs work autonomously with minimal supervision and make sounds decisions in regard to the maintenance and repairs of aircraft.

Qualifications

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Association (FAA) Regulations.
  • Knowledge of pertinent technical publications i.e. maintenance manuals, service bulletins, FAA Airworthiness Directives etc.
  • Knowledge of theory, operation, and integration of aircraft systems.
  • Knowledge of inspections and maintenance activities on aircrafts.
  • Demonstrate skill in use of tools of the trade, test equipment, test stands, balancing equipment, etc.
  • Demonstrate skill with aircraft run-up and taxi.
  • Demonstrate skill in systems troubleshooting.
  • Ability to demonstrate proper work methods and techniques.
  • Ability to work under the direct supervision of the Director of Maintenance.
  • Ability to assist with aircraft records compliance.
  • Ability to travel on short notice.
  • Ability to supervise vendor maintenance personnel.
  • Ability to coordinate component delivery in support of operations in remote locations.
  • Ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
  • Ability to coordinate with leads for the required parts necessary for completion of assignment.
  • Ability to serve the Tribal community, the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the STOF Tribal communities, general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials.

  Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED is required.
  • Airframe and Powerplant certificate are required.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the aviation maintenance field with a minimum of three (3) years of experience working in turbine aircraft maintenance are required. Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  Airframe and Powerplant certificate; Inspection Authorization rating; Seven (7) years in the Aviation field; five (5) years of experience operating under Part 135 air carrier; Office of Aircraft Services carded (helicopter); Factory schools in aircraft type the department operates.

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