Definition: This is the Journey and second working level for certificated Airframe & Powerplant
technicians. Incumbents at this level work independently and inspect and repair aircraft, engines, components and systems and assess for damage, condition and method of repair, and work off site at outlying field locations, which may include assignment as a base mechanic. This position may be assigned other duties and tasks in the program as directed.
Minimum Qualifications: Possession of the following certificates: FAA Airframe & Powerplant
Technician’s Certificates and a valid Class-C Driver’s License and three years of aerospace industry work experience as a certificated A&P Technician and two years’ experience working on type specific aircraft. Military experience may qualify if the level of work and responsibility was equal to that of a certificated A&P Technician. Prior OEM or other outside training and experience on UH-60/S-70 variant aircraft may satisfy the one-year of CAL FIRE specific aircraft requirement. Current CAL FIRE Aviation Program Aircraft Maintenance Technician II who obtain one year of experience and current CAL FIRE Aviation Program Aircraft Maintenance Technician I who obtain two years of experience working on UH-60/S-70 aircraft and successfully complete Original
Equipment Manufacturer or other certified outside vendor for line and intermediate level training specific to the aircraft may be eligible for promotion to this position.
Knowledge and Abilities: FAA federal aviation regulations pertaining to the maintenance and
repair of aircraft; FAA-approved maintenance practices, techniques, and procedures; aircraft shop maintenance operational procedures and fleet aircraft structure, systems, controls, engines and components. May perform Confined Space Entry maintenance to include aircraft fuel tank repairs. Work independently in a central aviation maintenance facility or work unsupervised off site at outlying field locations; perform depot level and field maintenance to aircraft, engines, propellers, rotors, components and systems in accordance with approved procedures; have a thorough working knowledge of all fleet aircraft, engines, and airframe systems; and ability to inspect and determine problems and correct deficiencies, inspect aircraft and systems for continued airworthiness, and return aircraft to service after major and minor maintenance and repair. May be required to become engine run qualified and demonstrate proficiency in their respective program(s) aircraft ground operations.
** Expect up to 50% travel, including overnight stays to fire bases throughout California**
Salary and Other Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is $56.76 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.]
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, Vacation accrued bi-weekly (80 hours) for 1-4.99 years of Company service (increases every 5 years), Personal Leave – accumulates at four (4) hours per pay period to a maximum of thirteen (13) days per calendar year, 10 Recognized Holidays.
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