Maintenance & Manufacturing Technician

This position performs basic cleaning, assembly, disassembly, blending, part marking and testing tasks to aircraft parts and components with defined instructions in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Erickson requirements.

• Performs basic cleaning, assembly, disassembly, benching/blending and testing tasks to aircraft, aircraft parts and components. Documents work per company, customer and regulatory requirements. Parts marking per customer specifications
• Performs general duties in work area as defined by Lead.
• Maintains an organized work area and good housekeeping practices.
• Reads and complies with Repair Station Quality Manual, Production Certificate Quality Manual, Standard Operation Procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, Technical Manuals, Drawings, and Specifications as applicable.
• Works in a team environment and follows Ericksons Values Charter.
• Travels as required to meet company and customer requirements.
• Performs administrative duties e.g. Time entry, DAX, Training classes, creates, revises and uses department documents, etc.) as required by Erickson company and department requirements.
• Orders, receives and returns parts in accordance with company policies
• Performs Lean, Standard Work and Continuous Process Improvements.
• Mentors, trains and coaches new employees when qualified as a mentor or trainer.
• Achieves and maintains task qualifications for all work performed.
• Works with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products to perform required tasks.
• Complies with all company policies and Standard Operating Procedures as a team player.
• Provides support to internal and external customers to meet customer requirements.

• High School Diploma or equivalency, Valid Driver license.
• Knowledge to perform basic, entry level maintenance and manufacturing tasks associated with cleaning, assembly, disassembly, benching/ blending, testing as required. Knowledge of good housekeeping and organization tasks.
• Skill in assembly, disassembly, benching/blending and testing as required on production and maintenance documentation. Documenting work per company and customer requirements.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and specifications.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and manufacturing tasks per written instructions.
• Required that employee is technically skilled and has good mechanical aptitude. Must have good eye and hand coordination.
• Minimal communication is required both verbally and in written documentation.
• Have the following qualities: Professionalism, strong work ethic, punctuality, honest, team player, work alone or with others, positive influence, detail orientated, problem solving skills.
• 1 year of aviation experience preferred. Composite or fiberglass knowledge a plus.
• Work 40 or more hours per week as directed (overtime, weekends, etc.)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as directed and drive company vehicles or rental vehicles as directed.

Safety and Work Environment - Identifies hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and productive work environment for self and others. Follows Values Charter "Safety: Above all else".

Effective Communication - Actively listens to others. Communicates with others clearly, openly, and respectfully. Uses all forms of communication effectively and appropriately (includes email, text, IM).

Teamwork - Works with and supports others to achieve organizational goals. Meets individual and team deadlines and responsibilities. Assumes additional responsibilities when needed. Responds constructively to instructions and procedures. Listens to others and values opinions and is respectful of team members and other Erickson employees. Works effectively with team leader or manager and promotes a positive team environment.

Accountable to Achieving Commitments - Achieves commitments to both internal and external customers. Produces high quality work by being attentive to detail and maintaining accuracy. Works in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner to meet all schedules and timelines. Anticipates potential problems. Finds the root cause of problems and takes appropriate action. Makes continuous improvement to processes and results.

Adaptability to Change - Understands, accepts, and supports the need for business change and helping others with transitions. Adapts and adjusts to change within own area of responsibility as well as accepting the need for change more broadly. Actively identifies and leads change within area of responsibility.