Aviation Maintenance Technician -145 Repair Station (Sheetmetal) - 4X3 - Lake Charles, LA

US > Louisiana > Lake Charles

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The Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician is responsible for ensuring that aircraft operating within Bristow's Part 145 Repair Station remain structurally sound, airworthy, and compliant with all regulatory and manufacturer standards. This includes performing Sheetmetal repairs, fabrication, structural maintenance, and inspections in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and approved technical data, while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality requirements.

Bristow is the world's largest operator of the S‑92, AW189, and AW139, all of which form the backbone of its offshore energy fleet. These aircraft are widely used in the Gulf of America to support crew changes, long‑range offshore flights, and challenging operational environments typical of the region's oil and gas infrastructure.

Key Aircraft Types Supporting the Gulf Region:

Single-Engine Aircraft

• AS350B2
• A119

Light Twin-Engine Aircraft

• A109E
• EC135P2+

Medium-Class Aircraft

• S76C++
• AW139

Heavy-Class Aircraft

• AW189
• S92

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, lays out, fabricates, assembles, removes, installs, and repairs sheet metal parts, equipment, and components, utilizing knowledge of working characteristics of metallic and non-metallic materials, machining, and layout techniques, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Reads and interprets blue prints, sketches, or specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing metallic and non-metallic products.
• Selects gauge and type of metallic and non-metallic material according to specifications.
• Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material using scribes, dividers, squares, and rulers. Applying knowledge of shop mathematics and layout techniques to develop and trace patterns or parts or using templates.
• Sets up and operates fabricating machines, such as shears, brakes, presses, forming rolls, routers, and saws to cut, bend, block and form, or straighten materials.
• Shapes metal material over anvil, block, or other form, using hand tools. Trims, files, grinds, deburrs, buffs, and smooths surfaces, using hand and portable power tools.
• Welds, solders, bolts, rivets, screws, clips, caulks or bonds component parts to assemblies, using hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Document all discrepancies, maintenance performed, incomplete maintenance and all after-maintenance requirements on appropriate forms. (Work orders, tags, records, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Utilize the HS&E Manual and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), when appropriate (gloves, safety glasses, etc.).
• Prior to accomplishing a maintenance task, ensure that all calibrated special tools required to perform the job have a valid inspection sticker.
• Utilize the 145 Repair Station/Quality Control Manual.
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Proficient in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair
• A thorough knowledge of the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and other pertinent information
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred not required: FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Two to four years of related work experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
• Climbing heights on various equipment
• Lifting up to 20 or more pounds
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.