Bell 412 Offsite Helicopter A&P Technician in DC

Summit Aviation

55 hour - Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Ins & 401k w/Matching

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

Jan 02, 2025

SUMMIT AVIATION, INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATION

POSITION TITLE: Bell 407/412 Offsite Helicopter Technician DATE: January 2025

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt DEPT: General Aviation

LOC: Washington, DC

POSITION SUMMARY: The Bell 407/412 Helicopter Technician reports to the Offsite Maintenance Helicopter Supervisor and is responsible for the scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance on two Bell 412 and one 407 helicopters as required in an operational environment; operates in compliance with company safety practices and performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent will work at the Police Department location.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accomplishing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the airframe and its systems.
Troubleshoot and repair discrepancies on helicopters as they arise.
Maintenance of associated ground equipment.
Perform compressor rinses or washes in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
Wash helicopters as required.
Participate in maintenance flights as required.
Perform incidental travel as required and accompany helicopters to the maintenance facility as needed.
Assist with aircraft fueling as required.
Track aircraft and component inspection, overhauls and time/life requirements via maintenance tracking program.
Maintain and keep aircraft records current and organized.
Communicate with factory technical representatives effectively when required.
Inspect, test, repair, maintain, and service aircraft.
Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects.
Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand tools and power tools.
Adjust, align, and calibrate aircraft systems, using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.
Test engine and system operations, using testing equipment, and listens to engine sounds to detect and diagnose malfunctions.
Service and maintain aircraft systems by performing tasks in accordance with the manufacturer's technical data.
Perform maintenance IAW FAA approved technical data.
Be familiar with FAA technical data relevant to assigned tasks.
Interface with Summit Program Manager assigned to USPP program as required
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
A holder of an FAA mechanic certificate with airframe and power plant ratings is required.
Be trained at a factory-approved course or have at least 1 years' experience in maintaining Bell 407/412 series helicopters preferred.
Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Customer Service: Ability to be personable and professional while working directly with the customer on a daily basis.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standard situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully an individual should have the ability to interact with and enter data into spreadsheets and Maintenance Tracking software. Ability to communicate effectively through company e-mail.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team environment and self-direct work.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. and work in seated or standing positions for prolonged periods of time.

Working Environment: The working environment is not climate controlled and is weather permitting. Daily contact with employees in other departments is required. Daily contact with Customer is required.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.