Aircraft Mechanic

Helena, MT - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 4 - 4

Posted on: 01-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Required knowledge skills and abilities:

This position requires knowledge of the principles and practices of fixed and rotary wing flight; aircraft maintenance and inspection; of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance; and aircraft test program practices and procedures. The position requires knowledge of advanced fixed and rotary wing aircraft maintenance and repair methods and specifications; aviation procurement specifications and policies; if required and state laws policies and operating procedures; the use of aircraft and aviation equipment in fire and forest management; specialized supply and equipment procurement processes; special knowledge of Airbus AS350 helicopters maintenance; must be trained to factory school requirements program; and the effect/wear and tear on aircraft of specialized mission piloting techniques such as low altitude flying vertical reference long line instrument flying mountain flying and landing aircraft in adverse conditions; meteorological conditions and fire behavior and their impact on aviation.

The position requires skill in discerning potential damage or wear to critical components; performing detailed inspections; organizing and reviewing work orders to determine priorities; troubleshooting maintenance malfunctions; and the operation of specialized aircraft and aircraft component testing equipment.

This position requires the ability to make quick and sound decisions regarding airworthiness that directly impact human safety; assess complex issues affecting all facets of the repair and safe operation of assigned aircraft; communicating effectively implementing new technology and methods on a statewide basis; develop and organize procedures; and quickly and accurately making safety assessments.

Minimum Qualifications:

The required knowledge skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited manufacturers or trade school focusing on aviation technology; and two to three (2-3) years responsible experience.

The position requires the following certifications:

- FAA-Certified Airframe and Powerplant Technician -

- FAA Certified Inspection Authorization

The incumbent must remain run-up qualified in the following aircraft:

- Single-engine Piper PA-18 Maule M7

- Helicopters AS350B2B3 MD500

This Mechanic position requires an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certified mechanic with an inspector authorization (IA) as it is the only mechanic for the Dept of Fish wildlife and Parks.

Preferred:

- Airbus H125/AS350 factory school trained

- Private pilot certificate to travel around the state for Maintenance emergencies.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.

-Resume

-Cover Letter

-References

Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on November 30 2025. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.

Special Information:

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be releases to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement paid vacation sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

Job Overview:

This position is an Aircraft Mechanic for the Aviation Bureau and is responsible for inspecting maintaining and repairing department aircraft aircraft components and aircraft support equipment to ensure airworthiness according to department policies and federal and state laws. Duties also include performing critical airworthiness inspections of department aircraft aircraft components and aircraft support equipment; conducting purchasing and maintaining inventories to ensure the departments air fleet is maintained in compliance with federal state and department procurement and inventory tracking requirements; to ensure operational safety and legal compliance of department fixed and rotary wing aircraft. The position reports directly to the Aircraft Bureau Chief and does not supervisor other staff.

This position is based in Helena as the maintenance hangers are located at the Helena Regional Airport.

Job Duties:

Maintain the Montana Fish wildlife and parks fleet of 8 aircraft- 4 helicopters and 4 airplanes- Mechanic will be expected to maintain the helicopters per factory specifications and will be required to be school trained in the make an model aircraft. These aircraft are located in Kalispell Billings Dillon and Lewistown.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

Program planning and administration work is performed in the office and in the hangar. Mechanic responsibilities require the incumbent to be on-call by phone within an established response time during scheduled intervals. The position requires physical demands related to mobility visual acuity and related requirements for performing aircraft maintenance. The incumbent must maintain personal health and cannot work under the influence of drugs (including alcohol) or during personal illness or injury.

Required knowledge skills and abilities:This position requires knowledge of the principles and practices of fixed and rotary wing flight; aircraft maintenance and inspection; of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance; and aircraft test program practices and procedures...