Helicopter Mechanic

Location:

Avera St Luke's Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$37.25 - $56.25

Position Highlights

• This position will be located in Aberdeen, SD*

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

The nature of the air-medical mission requires that the Helicopter Mechanic have the aircraft mission ready so as to be able to move a specialty care transport team and patient safely and expeditiously. Is responsible for performing aircraft maintenance (daily, scheduled, and unscheduled) inspections. Will be responsible for maintaining the aviation facilities (helipad/hangar). The Mechanic must consistently project a positive image of the institution when dealing with the FAA, physicians, patients, employees, and the public. The Mechanic is responsible for the overall safe and efficient conduct of maintenance on the aircraft. Must have a good working knowledge of the company Operational Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, and any other documents pertinent to Careflight specific aircraft. Will be required to travel to all Careflight bases/locations and work on all Careflight aircraft at the discretion of leadership.

What you will do

• Maintains maintenance manuals, logbooks, and inspections items in accordance with MRIS, LLC and Organization's procedures and policies.
• Ensures that all maintenance operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all FAR'S, operations specifications, and Avera's policies/procedures.
• Consults with the leader in solving operational problems and procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for the ongoing maintenance of the flight program in compliance with established safety/quality standards, goals and objectives.
• Coordinates with the leader the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies and scheduled maintenance.
• Attends program meetings and training.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Airframe & Powerplant Inspection- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Current Airframe and Powerplant Certificate from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Upon Hire
• 1-3 years experience as an aircraft technician for a Part 121 or Part 135 operation as referenced in resume.

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.

• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.