DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens.

Salary: $52,607.36 - $72,333.04 

Grade: 285

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Closing Date: 

This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to be used for current and future vacancies.

Responsible for field and shop repair and maintenance of helicopters to ensure airworthiness.
Under general direction, repairs, overhauls, inspects, maintains, cleans, and returns helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to service; performs related work as required. Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Aircraft Technician Supervisor as required. The duties and responsibilities of this class are governed by established maintenance schedules, limitations of shop and field maintenance facilities, and Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

Troubleshoots aircraft malfunctions to accurately diagnose and repair problems.

Performs required maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and assemblies, including all hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical components, to maintain airworthiness of aircraft.

Performs inspections of aircraft to determine repair and maintenance work needed, and to recommend the feasibility of repairs.

Conducts and observes tests and systems checks with pilot during test flights to functionally test aircraft systems.

Assists other personnel as required to manipulate large, heavy, or awkward aircraft parts (e.g., the removal or replacement of the engine, main transmission assembly, etc.).

Maintains airframe and fuselage to control corrosion and preserve appearance.

Approves and returns aircraft to service after minor repairs and/or alterations.

Maintains logbooks and other records to provide required documentation of aircraft maintenance and repairs.

Maintains ground support equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

All Levels of Aircraft Technician require:

High school diploma or possession of a G.E.D. certificate.

Possession of a valid technician's license with airframe and
power plant ratings issued by the FAA.

Possession of a valid Arizona driver license.

Possession of a complete set of aircraft technician's tools.

Experience in the repair and maintenance of turbine helicopters.

Absence of violations of FAA regulations.
In addition to the above requirements, the following qualifications shall also apply:
Requires three (3) years of experience in the last five (5) years, maintaining helicopters, with responsibility for completing major and minor overhauls to return helicopters to flight status.

Progression to the next step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months. Must successfully complete the examination process.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

KNOWLEDGE;
Occupational hazards and appropriate safety measures.
Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) to perform and document aircraft maintenance and repair procedures.

SKILLS IN;
Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft and aircraft systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, structural) involving the use of sophisticated testing equipment, meters, hand and specialized tools, schematics, etc.

Interpreting complex technical information (e.g., parts manuals, maintenance manuals, manufacturers' specifications, systems schematics, test data, etc.) to troubleshoot aircraft problems, prepare repair/modification estimates, perform repairs, and inspect aircraft.

The use of chemicals, detergents, and paints to control aircraft corrosion.

ABILITY TO;

Respond "on call" to on-site and off-site locations to perform aircraft repairs.

Bend, stoop, and climb as necessary to access aircraft, components, and equipment to make inspections, diagnose malfunctions, and perform repairs.

Understand and follow established programs and procedures of the aviation unit.
prepare detailed written documents.

Communicate verbally with pilots and technicians to exchange technical information.

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program.

In order to apply, you must go to the DPS website at AZDPS.gov.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

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