Helicopter Mechanic - Riverside, CA

The · City of · Riverside Police Department · is accepting applications for the position of · Helicopter · Mechanic and Senior Helicopter Mechanic · . · The department is looking to fill (1) position in either classification based on experience. · Helicopter Mechanic - Annual Sal ...

Job description

The
City of
Riverside Police Department
is accepting applications for the position of
Helicopter
Mechanic and Senior Helicopter Mechanic
.
The department is looking to fill (1) position in either classification based on experience.

Helicopter Mechanic - Annual Salary Range – $84,108.00 – $102,192.00
Senior Helicopter Mechanic – Annual Salary Range: $97,344.00 – $118,344.00
This position is posted continuously with a first review date of: February 26, 2026, at 8am, and may close any time without prior notice.
The
Helicopter
Mechanic
will report to the Senior Aircraft Mechanic, and the Aviation Unit Supervisor (Chief Pilot), the Aircraft Mechanic will perform journey level maintenance, inspection and repair, both scheduled and unscheduled, of City-owned helicopters and related equipment. This work shall be done in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration rules and regulations, aircraft manufacturer's guidelines and Police Department policies and procedures. The Aircraft Mechanic will also perform any related work as required.

The
Senior Helicopter Mechanic
leads and performs skilled, technical work in the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of City-owned helicopters and related equipment in accordance with Federal Aviation rules and regulations, aircraft manufacturer's guidelines, and Police Department policies and procedure. This is an advanced journey level position and is distinguished from the Aviation Mechanic class in that the senior level has responsibility for providing lead direction over lower-level mechanics, schedules and estimates work to be performed, works directly with vendors and contractors, maintains logbooks and related maintenance records, and monitors inventory of equipment, parts, and materials.

The
Senior Helicopter Mechanic
receives general supervision from the Police Sergeant (Aviation Unit Supervisor). Exercises lead direction over Aircraft Mechanics, as assigned.

• Aircraft Mechanic / Senior Aircraft Mechanic - Actual position title - Link to the job descriptionsHelicopter Mechanic duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Perform journey-level, skilled, technical work in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of helicopters and related equipment.
• Evaluate work to be performed in terms of time required, parts needed, and costs involved.
• Perform aircraft, engine and systems inspections, service and repairs in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer's manuals, notices and bulletins.
• Diagnose and repair maintenance discrepancies on airframe, engine, transmission, rotor systems, gearboxes, control assemblies, instrumentation, accessories, electrical and related systems and equipment.
• Participate as crew member in aircraft maintenance check flights to aid in aircraft troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Set up and operate vibration analyzer, bar field tester and other electrical and electronic testing equipment to evaluate rotor and other components and perform related repairs.
• Conduct flights with pilots to observe and record findings and/or participate in test flights.
• Perform maintenance on aircraft, lead acid batteries, including capacity tests and deep cycle charging.
• Perform maintenance on facility fuel system equipment, order fuel and manage fuel deliveries.
• Enter data into logbooks and related maintenance records and forms in a neat and efficient manner.
• Assist in maintaining the inventory of necessary equipment, parts and materials.

Senior Helicopter Mechanic
duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Schedule, lead, and participate in the journey-level, skilled, technical work in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of helicopters, and related equipment; maintain underground fuel storage tank.
• Perform aircraft, engine, and systems inspections, service, and repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's manuals, notices, and bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives as issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
• Diagnose and repair maintenance discrepancies on airframe, engine, transmission, rotor systems, gear boxes, control assemblies, instrumentation, accessories, electrical, and related systems and equipment; oversee and inspect work done by other subordinate mechanics.
• Participate and provide technical expertise in helicopter check flights to aid in aircraft troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Perform deep-cycle maintenance on batteries.
• Maintain, edit, and update logbooks and related maintenance records and forms in a neat and efficient manner.
• Maintain the inventory of necessary equipment, parts, and materials; ensure the procurement of suitable parts, materials, fuel, and oil to keep the helicopter and aircraft fleet operational.
• Evaluate maintenance work to be performed in terms of time required, parts needed, and costs involved; facilitate the completion of work within established guidelines, deadlines, and limitations.
• Assist, support, and participate with the preparation of the Aviation Unit budget; provide aircraft related information for potential purchases, sales, and general field questions.
• Lead, train, and assist in the evaluation of subordinates.
• Engage with vendors and contractors, build and establish strong working relationships, and facilitate strong partnerships; facilitate all building work order requests and major projects around the hangar.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Helicopter Mechanic Education And Experience
Education:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED). Successful completion of a factory helicopter/aircraft maintenance-training course is highly desirable.

Experience:
Three years of journey level experience in the inspection, repair and maintenance of helicopters, aircraft, and related equipment.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of AS350.

Senior Helicopter Mechanic Education and Experience:
Education:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED). Successful completion of a factory helicopter or aircraft maintenance training course is highly desirable.

Experience:
Four years of journey level experience in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of helicopters, aircraft, and related equipment.

Helicopter And Senior Helicopter Mechanic - Necessary Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Airframe and Power plant Mechanic's License as issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
• Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Possession of a valid inspection Authorization Certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration is highly desirable.
• Successful completion of a polygraph and background investigation.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions, indoors and out, with exposure to wide temperature variations, noise, vibrations, fumes, grease and oils, machinery, aircraft, helicopter, and their moving parts, odors and dust. Physical demands require bending, stooping and frequent heavy lifting of moderately heavy objects weighing up to fifty pounds. Incumbent must be able to see and hear in the normal range with or without correction.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (
Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Important Information On Scheduling Assessments
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE
: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

Educational Requirements
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-
• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
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