DOM for part 135 & 137 fire fighting operation. Leading a team of 4-5 A&P's and IA's. The Fleet consists of 17 aircraft mainly Air Tractor 802A Single engine airtankers, Twin Commander 690's, Twin Cessna's, and a CE-560 Citation Jet. Some travel is required in the summer months to support aircraft in the field during fire season throughout the western United States. The main duties will be managing mechanics, maintenance scheduling and planning, ordering parts, and maintaining FAA compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensuring airworthiness as defined within 14 CFR by researching permanent records, maintenance tracking programs, FAA Airworthiness Directives, and Manufacturer’s Service Bulletins/Customer Bulletins for assigned aircraft.
- Complies with internal company policies and procedures or any company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) document.
- Communicates effectively and accurately with the vendors and other internal departments.
- Maintains a safe work environment and reports any unsafe conditions.
- Performs quality maintenance, preventive maintenance, and inspections to conform to the standards established by the company, Federal regulations, and industry standards achieving the highest reliability goals.
- Provides technical support, as needed, to other staff or management.
- Reviews and ensures all required entries into the aircraft logbooks and permanent records are accurate and preserved in accordance with company and FAA requirements.
- Updates and interfaces with a computerized maintenance tracking program.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Must be able to work alone with little supervision.
- Must be willing to travel for breakdowns and routine maintenance during fire season.
- Must be able to pass a drug test and be on a Part 135 drug testing program.
- Maintains a positive attitude.
