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City of San Antonio · 2 months ago

Helicopter Mechanic

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

The City of San Antonio is seeking a Helicopter Mechanic to perform inspections and diagnose mechanical defects on Police Department helicopter equipment. The role involves conducting repairs, maintaining records, and ensuring the airworthiness of helicopters.

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Responsibilities

Inspects and diagnoses mechanical defects and problems on helicopter equipment, including airframe and engines; perform mechanical repairs or adjustments as appropriate

Analyzes engine or operational component failures; determines problems and causes; removes and performs overhaul of component parts as required; re-installs parts after repair; involves frequently lifting and carrying component parts weighing up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds with assistance

Performs preventive maintenance on equipment including lubricating and replacing worn parts, checking fuel and condition of fueling equipment

Performs scheduled and unscheduled inspections; records inspections performed and helicopter daily flight patterns, time and length of flight

Operates and maintains a variety of shop equipment including a torque wrench, air grease gun, drill press, welder, dial indicator and deep cycle analyzer to be utilized during inspections, maintenance and repairs

Maintains repair and maintenance records, manuals and air worthiness for the helicopter airframes and the engines

Orders supplies and equipment for the helicopters; maintains inventory of parts supply and fuel supply; contacts vendors

Maintains and cleans the shop and aircraft hangar area

Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of helicopter/aircraft maintenance and repair

Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required

Qualification

FAA AirframePower Plant licenseHelicopter airframe maintenanceHelicopter power plant maintenanceAirbus AS350B3eSafran HE ARRIEL 2DTroubleshooting skillsPhysical staminaCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)

Three (3) years' experience in helicopter airframe and power plant maintenance on helicopters

Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions

Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power Plant license