Overview:
Job Summary
In addition to performing the functions and responsibilities of the specific 145 Repair Station Technician job description at an exceptional level; the Lead Technician will act as a subject matter expert for their maintenance discipline, accepting additional responsibilities as listed below and provide training and mentoring to shop personnel. They will be in charge of leading their individual teams.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
Perform all core duties of applicable technician requirements at an exceptional level
Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning Departments to provide support for field maintenance needs
Oversee and organize specific shop personnel resources and workflow to meet project deadlines
Provide communications to Engineering Department for specialized shop needs
Coordinate with AMC Maintenance Support and Planning Departments to provide support for field maintenance needs
Provide training on 145 maintenance processes and specialized shop equipment
Report Maintenance Leads and Supervisors on project constraints and progress updates
Mentor new employees in understanding shop procedures to increase their efficiency and productivity
Give feedback to Supervisor on employee performance
Responsible for monitoring, controlling and ordering of material usage in the designated shop.
Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
Regular scheduled attendance
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: <5%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and eight (8) or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Lead experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of AMC part 145 and 135 maintenance requirements and procedures
Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge of concepts and practices of their specific disciplines skills and their application.
Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
Ability to manage several projects concurrently and to work on problems of diverse scope and implement solutions.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the AMC Safety Management System.
Computer Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Thorough knowledge and ability to utilize of multiple RAMCO functions
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
FAA A&P or meet requirements to obtain a FAA repairman certificated preferred
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
