Blade Mechanic I
Description
Position Purpose:
Manufacture S64-E and S64-F Helicopter Main and Tail Rotor Blades and associated parts and assemblies in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Erickson requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Documents work per company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
- Understands and uses documentation forms and paperwork in accordance with Company and FAA Standards.
- Performs manufacturing bonding operation, including preparation, assembly and testing. Lays out, pre-fits, and bonds a variety of materials, such as aluminum, stainless steel, and nickel materials.
- Operates various precision measuring tools (calipers, scales, etc.), hand tools, hydraulic presses, and overhead cranes.
- Sands, burrs and smooths over areas. Applies sealing resins.
- Obtains repair/manufacturing information from instruction sheets, prints, charts, sketches & work orders.
- Use precision measuring instruments.
- Uses and controls solvents and cleaning solutions as required.
- Performs housekeeping and other organizational requirements.
- Support employees within the manufacturing process.
- Works in a team environment and follow Erickson’s Values Charter.
- Achieves and maintains task qualifications for all work performed.
- Performs administrative duties as required by Erickson company and department requirements.
- Works with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products to perform required tasks.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as directed.
- Drive company vehicles or rental vehicles as directed.
- Other directly related duties as requested and required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalency
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to be trained on Microsoft Office products.
- 0-2 years - In aircraft/component maintenance or equivalent schooling. Basic mechanical skills in or ability to learn rotor blade repair and bonding techniques.
- Must be able to communicate verbally in an accurately and professional way. Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
- Work 40 or more hours per week as directed (overtime, weekends, etc.)
- Have the following qualities: Professionalism, strong work ethic, punctuality, honest, team player, work alone or with others, positive influence, detail orientated, problem solving skills.
- Must have reading, speaking, writing, and understanding skills in the English language.
Preferred Experience for Level 1:
- Bonding experience.
- Blueprint reading.
- Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, manuals and be able to follow written instructions.
Competencies:
Safety and Work Environment – Identifies hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and productive work environment for self and others. Follows Values Charter “Safety: Above all else.”
Effective Communication – Actively listens to others. Communicates with others clearly, openly, and respectfully. Uses all forms of communication effectively and appropriately (including email, text, IM).
Teamwork – Works with and supports others to achieve organizational goals. Meets individual and team deadlines and responsibilities. Assumes additional responsibilities when needed. Responds constructively to instructions and procedures. Listens to others and values opinions and is respectful of team members and other Erickson employees. Works effectively with team leader or manager and promotes a positive team environment.
Accountable to Achieving Commitments – Achieves commitments to both internal and external customers. Produces high quality work by being attentive to detail and maintaining accuracy. Works in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner to meet all schedules and timelines. Anticipates potential problems. Finds the root cause of problems and takes appropriate action. Makes continuous improvement to processes and results.
Adaptability to Change – Understands, accepts, and supports the need for business change and helping others with transitions. Adapts and adjusts to change within their own area of responsibility and accepts the need for change more broadly. Actively identifies and leads change within area of responsibility.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, inquiry or discussion about compensation, or any other characteristic protected by law.”