Bell Overhaul Technician – Full Time

Nampa Valley Heli-Services

Nampa Valley Heli-Services has an immediate opening for a full-time Bell Overhaul Technician. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of aircraft components.

Responsibilities:
Component Technicians at Nampa Valley Heli-Services perform overhauls, inspections, and repairs on Bell 206, 407, 205, 212 and 412 components. Duties include ensuring compliance with FAA Airworthiness Directives, manufacturer Service Bulletins, approved modifications, and troubleshooting to maintain continued airworthiness.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Performing component overhauls, inspections, and repairs in accordance with approved data
• Collaborating with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of maintenance tasks
• Adhering to all applicable aviation regulations, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, including parts used, work performed, and inspections completed
• Participating in training programs and staying current with industry advancements
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and optimize maintenance procedures

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license (current with no enforcement action)
• Extensive experience with Bell Helicopters 206 series / 407 series aircraft components
• Experience in an FAA CFR 145 MRO setting
• Experience with aircraft and component records
• Bell Helicopter factory component school (preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with colleagues and ensure a smooth workflow. 
• Attention to detail and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and quality. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and maintenance documentation

Position requirements:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including ability to understand, read, and write in English
• Ability to work as a team member to meet component work schedules
• Must be able to work legally within the United States
• Willing and able to pass a background check in accordance with local law/regulations
• Ability to pass DOT Drug / Alcohol test
• A high level of mental alertness 
• Familiarity with FAA/EASA CFR 145 Repair Station requirements and operations. 
• Must be able to lift 80 lbs  (occasionally)
• Must be able to work independently and as a team 
• Must be able to climb, stand on ladders / work platforms, bend, squat, crawl as required
• M-F 8-5 work schedule / 40 hr week (overtime as required)
• Hangar / indoor working environment

Minimum Education requirement:

• High school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk and lift up to 85 lbs repeatedly., or assist with team lifts of up to 150 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, Perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands
• Must be able to work independently. Ability to manage time and duties.
• This position requires a high level of mental alertness and decision making capability

Nampa Valley Heli-Services is a full-service FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station (MRO) located in Nampa, Idaho.
A subsidiary of Nampa Valley Helicopters and Heliwelders Canada; Nampa Valley Heli-Services provides Inspection, Maintenance, Repair and Modification of Airbus Helicopters AS350, H125, EC130, H130, EC135; Bell Helicopters 206B, 206L and 407 aircraft; as well as Bell Helicopter component overhaul.  
Nampa Valley Heli-Services is a Drug Free work place.

Standard Full Time Employee Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Premiums - Health, Dental, Vison Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Annual Performance & Discretionary Company Bonus
• Eight (8) Paid Holidays
• Accrued Vacation Time Minimum of two (2) weeks
• Forty-eight (48) Hours Paid Sick Time
• Relocation package available for highly qualified applicants.
• Highly competitive hourly compensation