Aviation Maintenance Technician

Air Methods

. Perform maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations on company-operated aircraft and articles .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeMcHenry • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs, with a strong focus on compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and safety management. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, sheet metal and composite repair, and effective use of maintenance documentation and ERP systems.

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FAA A&P LicenseRotor ExperienceElectrical TroubleshootingSheet Metal RepairRAMCO Experience

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Hard Skills

Aircraft MaintenanceInspectionsRepairsVibration-BalancingReading Service BulletinsUnderstanding ADsCompleting Maintenance DocumentationValidating Aircraft Status ReportsRequesting Aviation PartsMulti-Tasking

Soft Skills

Ability to Work Flexible ScheduleTimely On-Call AvailabilityWillingness to Travel

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteERP System (Ramco)Electronic Manuals

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDFAA A&P License

Industry Keywords

Federal Aviation RegulationsFAR 135 OperationsSafety Management SystemDOT/FAA Drug Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations on company-operated aircraft and articles
Inspect and repair aircraft and components according to maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and Federal Aviation Regulations
Verify component and assembly part numbers and serial numbers against associated documentation
Complete aircraft maintenance documentation in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies, procedures, and maintenance manuals
Participate in the continuous improvement phase of the company’s Safety Management System
Maintain a clean and professional work area
Correct compliance or safety issues when directed by company operations, maintenance, safety, or mechanic leadership
Advise the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service
Validate or confirm aircraft status report data
Request aviation parts and supplies to maintain adequate inventory and operational readiness
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
FAA A&P License in good standing
Rotor experience, including work on an EC145
Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing
Sheet metal and composite repair procedures
Ability to read and understand 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, and similar documents
Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
Efficient use of electronic or paper-based manuals and ability to navigate vendor data
Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco)
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
Regular scheduled attendance
Timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
Willingness to travel 25–50%, including periodic travel supporting Part 135 operations
Subject to DOT/FAA drug and/or alcohol testing requirements
Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred
FAR 135 operations preferred
RAMCO experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading benefits; details provided on the company's benefits page
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities