Aircraft Mechanic - Old Town

Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry

Old Town, Maine, US
Base: $51,688.00 - $72,467.20 py; bonus/equity: no...
Inspect airframes engines and avionics
Repair turbine and reciprocating engines
Perform structural repairs to airframes
This role involves conducting comprehensive inspections and repairs on both fixed and rotary wing aircraft to ensure FAA compliance and safety

Job Summary

  • This role involves conducting comprehensive inspections and repairs on both fixed and rotary wing aircraft to ensure FAA compliance and safety.
  • The position requires performing flight tests after maintenance to verify that all repairs were correctly executed and calibrations are accurate.
  • Employees receive a competitive total compensation package including significant health insurance contributions, retirement matching, and 42 days of paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

This role involves conducting comprehensive inspections and repairs on both fixed and rotary wing aircraft to ensure FAA compliance and safety.

Salary

Base: $51,688.00 - $72,467.20 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State pays 85%-100% health premiums plus 14.11% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Inspect airframes engines and avionics
  • Repair turbine and reciprocating engines
  • Perform structural repairs to airframes
  • Conduct flight tests for safety verification
  • Compute aircraft weight and balance

Nice-to-have

  • Minimum five years helicopter maintenance experience
  • Experience with Bell helicopters specifically
  • Current Inspection Authorization rating holder
  • Unrestricted driver's license possession

Key Requirements

  • Accredited airframe and powerplant mechanics school graduation or equivalent
  • Current FAA Aircraft and Powerplant license required
  • Preference for 5+ years helicopter maintenance experience
  • Preference for current Inspection Authorization rating
  • No visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions available

Work Rights

Not specified

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