Weyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has an opening for a full-time Aircraft Mechanic based out of the Eugene Oregon hangar. Duties will be performed at the hangar as well as in a forest environment. In addition to helicopter maintenance, this individual will have responsibilities related to helicopter projects during all seasons of the year. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Weyerhaeuser Company owns and operates multiple Bell Helicopters (212HP, 206L-4 and 206L-3), based in Eugene, Oregon and Chehalis, Washington. Since 1947, Weyerhaeuser Aviation has taken an active role in flight operations supporting the timberlands forestry operations in both states under FAR Part 91, 133 and 137. The primary focus is on stewardship of timberlands through fire suppression, fertilization, spraying and forestry recon.

Our helicopter operation is supported by company personnel, including pilots, aircraft mechanics and equipment operators. Although most projects are within the local area, applicants must be willing to do occasional overnight travel while working on flight operations away from the main base. Some projects do require weekend work. Between projects, helicopters and equipment are maintained at the company hangars.

Key Functions

• Maintain Helicopters/support equipment in a hanger and a field environment 
• Support field operations, fueling and ground functions, as needed.
• Serve as the primary mechanic for the organization's Bell 212 helicopter flight operations 
• Perform periodic inspections, maintenance and repairs not requiring factory service 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• Airframe and Powerplant license with a minimum of 2 years of Bell 212 series experience 
• Demonstrate personal commitment to safety, supporting team flying concept 
• Able to perform and adhere to industrial leading maintenance practices 

Desired Qualifications

• At least 5 years of turbine experience
• Knowledge of computer-based maintenance program (CMMS)
• Excellent record keeping skills
• CDL/Hazmat endorsement
• Private pesticide applicator license (or ability to attain one)

What We Offer: 

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $90,244-$135,509 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay. 

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser 

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.? 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.? 

About Timberlands

We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.

For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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Primary Location: USA-OR-Eugene
Schedule Full-time
Job Level Individual Contributor
Job Type Experienced
Shift Day (1st)
Travel Yes, 15 % of the Time
Relocation Assistance Available