Mechanical Assembly Tech (Commercial)

Job Summary

A Mechanical Assembly Technician 2 is responsible to interpret blueprint drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications for the fabrication or repair of complex structural production and aircraft products. They need to have a working knowledge of assembly techniques, tooling, and company procedures to perform critical structural operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Assembles Mechanical and Sheet Metal Products using engineering drawings and sketches for aircraft and ground vehicles
• Review completed work and ensure that the final assemblies and details are protected from damage
• Ensure that all assembly work meet quality standards.
• Perform testing and functional checks of assembled products.
• Review drawings, and parts lists for accuracy and coordinates with other departments to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with repair station inspectors for final inspection and sign-off of completed tasks.
• Tear-down, evaluate and repair of returned components.
• Resolve assembly and documentation problems, report problems to the appropriate lead or supervisor for assistance and follows up with all non-compliance issues.
• Assist in on the job training
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Maintain clean and safe working environment
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - up to 5

Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year certificate from college or technical school preferred
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Experience in use of sheet metal related shop equipment

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings
• Ability to apply fundamental concepts and knowledge of assembly skills and their application.
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Ability to manage several projects concurrently
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge/experience

Equipment Used

• Sheet metal shear, hand and power brake, roller, belt sander, band saw, milling machine, drill press, sheet metal related hand and air tools, calibrated gauges and tooling, computer with Dymo label printer, Laser spaner machine, and ink stamps.
• Employee must provide necessary hand tools to perform duties in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate preferred

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)