Helicopter Mechanic / Senior Helicopter Mechanic

Overview

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 one 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 July 24, 2025, at 8 : 00 a.m., and may close any time after without prior notice.

Responsibilities

Helicopter Mechanic – Reports to the Senior Aircraft Mechanic and the Aviation Unit Supervisor (Chief Pilot). Performs journey-level maintenance, inspection, and repair, both scheduled and unscheduled, of City-owned helicopters and related equipment in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration rules and regulations, aircraft manufacturer guidelines, and Police Department policies. May perform related work as required.

Senior Helicopter Mechanic – Leads and performs skilled, technical work in the maintenance and repair of City-owned helicopters and related equipment in accordance with FAA rules, manufacturer guidelines, and Police Department policies. This is an advanced journey-level position with responsibility for providing lead direction over lower-level mechanics, scheduling and estimating work, working with vendors and contractors, maintaining logbooks and maintenance records, and monitoring inventory of equipment, parts, and materials.

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

What These Roles Entail

• Helicopter Mechanic duties include maintenance, repair, and overhaul of helicopters and related equipment; evaluating time, parts, and costs; inspections and repairs in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer bulletins; diagnosing maintenance discrepancies across airframe, engine, rotor, gearboxes, and electrical systems; participating in maintenance check flights; operating testing equipment; recording maintenance data; and assisting in inventory.
• Senior Helicopter Mechanic duties include leading journey-level work, performing inspections and repairs in line with manufacturer directives and FAA Airworthiness Directives; overseeing subordinates; participating in helicopter check flights; maintaining batteries and logbooks; managing inventory and procurement; evaluating work with time and cost considerations; assisting with Aviation Unit budget; leading and training subordinates; engaging with vendors and contractors; and performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education and Experience

Helicopter Mechanic

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

Experience : Three years of journey-level experience in inspection, repair, and maintenance of helicopters, aircraft, and related equipment. Highly desired qualification includes experience in inspection, repair, and maintenance of AS350.

Senior Helicopter Mechanic

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

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

Necessary Special Requirements

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed in varied environments, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to temperature variations, noise, fumes, grease and oils, machinery, aircraft, moving parts, odors and dust. Physical demands include bending, stooping, and frequent heavy lifting up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must be able to see and hear in the normal range with or without correction.

Application and Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening. Best-qualified candidates may be invited to participate in assessments (written, performance, and oral) to evaluate education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. Candidates requiring accommodations should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Additional Information

Appointment is subject to successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment process, including background investigation, medical / physical examination, and drug and alcohol testing; and may include polygraph and / or psychological examination. All claims of education and experience will be verified as part of the background investigation. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments. Some candidates may be disqualified based on the results of the background investigation. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of application status and assessment dates / times / locations after the closing date. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

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