HELICOPTER
MECHANIC 7168
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under supervision, an employee in this class performs specialized
mechanical duties involving the inspection, maintenance and repair of a helicopter
operated by a municipal or County department.
The incumbent exercises some independent judgment concerning
preventative maintenance and corrective repair methods and has authority to
recommend the grounding of an aircraft in the event of a malfunction or
possibility of a malfunction. The mechanic's work is carried out in accordance
with Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Supervision is exercised by
an administrative or technical supervisor through inspection and test of work
performed. Does related work as
required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Inspects helicopters
before flight and at regular intervals to determine whether the aircraft is in
proper flying condition; recommends the aircraft be grounded until corrective
repairs are completed if justified;
Repairs helicopter engines and transmissions; disassembles and overhauls main rotor blade systems, tail rotor systems, electrical systems and related component parts;
Accompanies pilot on
flight to determine service needs and maintenance requirements;
May accompany pilot on
test flights after carrying out major repairs and modifications and adjusts
repaired equipment during and after flights;
Keeps records of all
maintenance and repair work, and of hours in service to insure major engine overhaul
at intervals recommended by the Federal Aviation Administration;
Attends manufacturer and
other training courses at various locations.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in
helicopter maintenance work; thorough knowledge of the operating and repair
characteristics of helicopter engines, component parts and airframes; good
knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work; good
knowledge of Parts 91 and 135 of Federal Aviation Administration regulations
relating to the operation and maintenance of helicopters; skill in the use of
tools, machines and testing instruments regularly used to maintain and service
helicopters; ability to diagnose and make corrective repairs on helicopter
engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, transmissions and airframe
assemblies; ability to read, interpret and work from helicopter blueprints,
diagrams and manuals; ability to maintain records of all maintenance and repair
work and hours in service; physical condition commensurate with the demands of
the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a standard senior high school, vocational school or
possession of a high school equivalency diploma, which includes or is
supplemented by one (1) year of comprehensive training in aircraft maintenance,
and either: three (3) years of experience in the servicing and repairing of turbine
powered helicopters; or, five (5) years of experience in the servicing and
repairing of turbine powered aircraft.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Candidate must possess at the time of appointment, a Federal Aviation
Administration license as airframe and power plant mechanic with no history of
suspension or revocation during the past five (5) years. License must be maintained throughout
employment in this position.
R12/01/08
Non-Competitive