Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Aircraft Mechanic (S) Position Number 60032133 Grade NC12
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The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. Description of Work Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. This position will be a full-time helicopter mechanic/crew-chief based at the NCFS facility located in Hickory, NC. Position will be responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance on the NCFS helicopters. Will be assigned to Bell UH-1H helicopter.
Duties
entail daily inspections, 100-hour inspections, annual and phase inspections, and all unscheduled maintenance. A majority of the work will be accomplished in field conditions. Will also be flying on most all missions as a crew chief, with duties including external load, bucket operations, operations of aerial ignition system, and personnel transport. This position will be required to travel throughout the state as required for helicopter maintenance and manning. May be required to travel 12 days continuously with 14-hour duty days. Position is in a team environment and maintenance assistance on fixed wing aircraft is expected. Residency requirement - Must reside within one hour of required duty station. Duty Station Location: Aviation West Hangar, 314 Airport Road, Gate 9, Hickory, NC 28601 Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $83,479 Applicant must be able to climb upon, under and around a running helicopter. Ability to work from ladders and maintenance stands for extended periods of time. Ability to withstand working outside in the elements year-round. Ability to pick up and move 70 lb packages. Ability to manipulate, roll, pull, and drag up to a 130 lb BAMBI bucket and load onto helicopter in a field environment. Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits. Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all of your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. *Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.* Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201. Minimum
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Equivalency Guide for details. Graduation from an FAA approved aviation maintenance technician school and one year of experience in aircraft inspection, maintenance and repair; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Necessary Special
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Possession of valid Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant license. A&P with Inspection Authorization is preferred. May require current certification by the EPA as a type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by CFR part 82, subpart F. Must have or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license with in 90 days of hire. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Lori Lynnette Reed Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing
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