Helicopter Mechanic
Helicopter Mechanic
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- FIRST DAY OF FILING:December 23 2024 at 8:00 A.M. (PT)THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE.NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD NO EXCEPTIONS.EXAM NUMBER:J7492PTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest publicsector benefits packages in the nation.- Flexible Benefit Plans The County provides each employee with a monthly benefit allowance they can use to pay for benefits allowing employees to choose among a variety of pretax and aftertax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage Group life insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Health care spending accounts Longterm disability health insurance Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
- Robust Retirement Packages Contributorydefined benefit plan; optional taxdeferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4 of employees salary.
- Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits
- Thirteen 13 paid holidays per year.
Inspection Authorization License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration: If you possess this license new appointments shall be entitled to additional compensation of 5.5 above the rate of the Helicopter Mechanic classification.
InFlight Bonus for Sheriffs Department Helicopter Mechanic classification: Any permanent fulltime employee in the Helicopter Mechanic classification who are assigned to and regularly perform inflight maintenance check shall receive a 5.5 bonus.
DEFINITION
Inspects troubleshoots repairs airframes engines and other components of aircraft owned and/or operated by the County.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocable to this class receive technical and administrative supervision from a Supervising Helicopter Mechanic or a Chief Helicopter Maintenance. Technical guidance may be received from Senior Helicopter Mechanics. Incumbents perform journeylevel technical maintenance repairs and alterations including airframe powerplant propeller rotor or appliance to reciprocating and/or turbinepowered aircraft in either Sheriffs or Fire Departments air operations. Incumbents must possess working knowledge of the methods of locating and diagnosing mechanical electrical hydraulic structural and other troubles; the ability to maintain and repair engines airframes and accessory equipment; and knowledge of operation and preventive maintenance requirements of the aircraft to be maintained. Helicopter Mechanics serve a one year probationary period during which time they receive structured inservice training in the repair and maintenance of complex singleengine or multiengine turbinepowered aircraft. Successful completion of departmental inservice training programs is a condition of completing the one year probationary period. This class frequently lifts more than 50 pounds and regularly climbs on aircraft and ladders while carrying tools equipment and parts.
Essential Job Functions
Gathers and interprets information from a variety of sources (e.g. pilots manufacturers and manufacturers maintenance manuals wiring diagrams illustrated parts breakdown test results Technical Bulletins helicopter mechanics etc. by communicating orally and in writing by asking questions reading conducting tests contacting manufacturer technical support representatives and performing inflight duties etc. in order to troubleshoot guide inspection and perform maintenance repairs.
Maintains AirBus AS350 helicopters by:
- performing daily periodic hourly and other inspections as required by manufacturers Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and/or County policy to determine airworthiness of helicopters serviceability of aircraft appliances and to identify problems or potential problems;
- troubleshooting electrical mechanical hydraulic and structural problems on helicopters using visual inspection techniques and a variety of test equipment (e.g. voltohm meter pressure gauges computer diagnostic equipment etc. in order to locate the source of problems and determine what corrective actions are needed (e.g. adjustments repairs replacement of parts etc.;
- repairingremoving and replacing defective parts overhauling parts fabricating parts etc. using a variety of handheld hydraulic and power tools and equipment (e.g. pullers wrenches deadblow hammers etc. in order to make the aircraft or component airworthy and return it to service;
- cleaning using brushes rags/towels hoses stepladders soaps and solvents etc. in order to facilitate visual inspection of the aircraft prevent corrosion and to give the aircraft a clean professional and wellmaintained appearance.
Completes forms and makes logbook entries (e.g. inspection checklists maintenance logs work orders etc. by hand and/or using a computer word processing and/or email application in order to document the performance of scheduled maintenance report issues or problems provide information to others (e.g. supervisors coworkers pilots etc. and to be in compliance with manufacturers guidance Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and/or County policy.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
Three years (fulltime)* experience gained within the last five years in the repair and maintenance of turbinepowered helicopters such as the AirBus AS350 B2 and/or AS332 L1 Super Puma. One year of the required experience must have been in: Responsible charge of repairs and overhauls to return certified helicopters to flight status in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration Regulations and manufacturer requirements or Responsible charge of repairs and overhauls to return noncertified helicopters to flight status in compliance with manufacturer requirements in either a Department of Defense/U.S. Military or private contractor environment.
LICENSE
A valid Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).**
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out jobrelated essential functions.PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class IV Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds often combined with bending twisting or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
*Full time experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40hour work week.
**In order to qualify you MUST submit a copy of your valid Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics License with your applicationat the time of filing or within seven 7 calendar days from the date of application filing.Please submit documentation toand indicate your name the exam title and the exam number.Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
As part of this application process applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a preinvestigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Applicants who fail the preinvestigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three 3 months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two 2 parts:
PART I
A multiplechoice and/or simulation assessment(s) assessing: achievement teamwork responsibility safety orientation thoroughness and mechanical comprehension weighted 30.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70 OR HIGHER ON PART I IN ORDER TO PROCEED TO PART II.
PART IIA performance test assessing: knowledge of procedures used to inspect the Airbus AS350 B2; knowledge of procedures used to maintain and repair Airbus AS350 B2 engines airframes accessory equipment etc.; knowledge of safety principles; knowledge of various hand and pneumatic tools and equipment; and mechanical comprehension weighted 70.
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION(S) ASSESSMENT AND PERFORMANCE TEST ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70 OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses maybe transferred.TEST PREPARATION
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While these guides will help you prepare for the test we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
- An interactive Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at Please click on Find a Job and then Job Search Toolkit. Test preparation information is located under the Employment Test Assistance section.
- Additional online practice tests are available at
TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note you will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible register.
VETERANS CREDIT
If you served in the military and were honorably discharged you may qualify for Veterans Credit. To receive this credit please include a copy of yourDD214 Formissued by the branch of servicewithyour application for review.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of three 3 months from the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY THREE 3 MONTHS.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH.Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations 3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (Department) has azero tolerance policy for its employees for the following:- use of narcotics controlled substances and/or prescription without a prescription.
VACANCYINFORMATION
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department Special Operations Division Aero Bureau.
Current primary work location is Long Beach Airport but may change due to the needs of the Sheriffs Department.
AVAILABLE SHIFTAny Shift
APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT INCLUDING EVENINGS NIGHTS WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.
All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaireONLINEonly.Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.
Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we may evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you haveclearlyshown that you meet theSELECTIONREQUIREMENTSand you have completely filled out your application.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 p.m. PT on the last day of filing.
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD NO EXCEPTIONS.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address and if you already have a job seeker account on you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
IMPORTANT NOTES- Please note that ALLinformation included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made.
- FALSIFICATIONSof any information may result inDISQUALIFICATIONor RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOTbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL- All notices including invitation letters result letters and notices of nonacceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add and to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note if you opt out of receiving emails you can visit governmentjobs log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of most emails sent for your records.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
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Department Contact Email:sheriffexamsunit@lasd
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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Equal Employment Opportunity/NonDiscrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in the County workforce regardless of age 40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
