Extra-Help Aircraft Mechanic

About the Opportunity

THE POSITION
The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintaining all Sheriff’s Department aircraft, rotor and fixed wing. This individual will need to have the necessary experience to be able to work alone, without supervision and complete all tasks needed to maintain the airships airworthiness. The individual will be required to follow Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, have reasonable to intermediate computer skills and maintain aircraft records and logs.

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Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain Sheriff’s Department helicopters and fixed wing aircraft according to the Federal Aviation Regulations and aircraft manufacture requirements.
• Perform routine airworthiness inspections of aircraft: pre-flight; service; clean and maintain helicopters in flight ready condition; and post-flight.
• Change time-life components on airframes and engines; disassemble, repair, and reassemble engine and airframe components; repair and replace defective parts.
• Maintain all records and logs, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Notice of Parts reporting malfunction.
• Consults and works with pilots, both in flight and on the ground, as to probable cause of malfunction or unusual operating conditions; participates in maintenance test flights to ascertain aircraft airworthiness; conducts preflight and post-flight inspections to ensure continued airworthiness.
• Maintains hangar and work area cleanliness and orderly housekeeping.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and records’ may be responsible for developing record keeping policies.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance due to damage, malfunction, and factory changes; order proper parts and tools as necessary.
• Perform daily, monthly, annually, bi-annually inspections. Maintains the general functionality of the fuel delivery system on the Air Support fuel truck.
• Performs other duties as assigned for the Air Unit.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

Knowledge

• FAA requirements pertaining to rotary and fixed wing aircraft maintenance and safety;
• Theory, operation and repair of Bell 206 Long Ranger and 407 helicopters and Cessna 172 and Cessna 206 aircraft engines, transmissions, electrical, fuel and computer systems and other rotary and fixed wing aircraft tools, diagnostics equipment and servicing procedures;
• Occupational hazards and safety practices;
• Garmin computer systems.

Skills/Abilities

• Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines
• Diagnose mechanical, structural and electrical problems and perform repairs;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Maintain shop and service records;
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Assess problems and needs; draw conclusions, formulate recommendations and project consequences of recommendations
• Weld, perform sheet metal repair, aircraft painting, aircraft electrical repair, basic avionics repair, and engine repair.
• Perform blade tracking and balancing of main and tail rotor.
• Read, understand, interpret and cross-reference rotary and fixed wing aircraft maintenance manuals, charts, graphs and blueprints;
• Ability to read and write English and write reports

Stoop, bend, crawl, kneel; climb and work on ladders; pull or push 75 pounds and lift up to 50 pounds.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

License or Certificate

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant License (A&P);
• FAA Inspection Authorization License (I.A.) within 12 months of assignment; and
• Model specific service school is desired and will be required within twelve (12) months of employment.

Proof of FAA Airframe & Powerplant License (A&P) is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-7092 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• Three (3) years, in class, full time experience within the past five (5) years in the maintenance and repair of Bell 206 Long Ranger and 407 helicopters and Cessna 172 and Cessna 206 aircraft.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
Oral Examination: TBD

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Participates in the PARS Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 4/15/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Stanislaus County

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