Aircraft Mechanic Lead

NOTICE OF CHANGE:
This recruitment will remain open until filled.
SALARY DETAILS:

$48.80 - $59.32 Hourly

$ - $ Annually

• Overtime Pay is possible for this position.
• Assigned Incident Pay
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  This position may be eligible for assigned 24/7 incident pay.

We are accepting applications to fill a full-time Aircraft Mechanic Lead vacancy in Santa Ynez Valley for Santa Barbara County’s Air Support Unit
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The Santa Barbara County Air Support Unit is a joint unit between our Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office. This partnership allows responses to all hazard incidents, including wildland firefighting missions, law enforcement flight operations, ocean and swift water rescue, search, medivac, hoisting, mountain and cliff rescue. The employment list for this classification will be used to fill current and future Full-Time, Part-Time, Extra Help (Temporary), and CSR (Civil Service Rule) 1414 vacancies.

*CSR 1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence. The duration will be subject to the return of the individual on leave. A person appointed under CS Rule 1414 may transition to a regular position without re‑application depending on performance and departmental needs.

POSITION: Under the direction of the Fire Battalion Chief, serves as the lead worker in aircraft maintenance operations by coordinating and performing aircraft maintenance and repair activities to ensure airworthiness and safe flight operations; conducts and documents aircraft inspections; provides technical guidance and oversight to aircraft mechanics; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished from the Aircraft Mechanic classification by its responsibility for leading and coordinating the work of aircraft mechanics, providing technical direction, and performing return‑to‑service inspections.

County of Santa Barbara Employee Benefits and Compensation

• Benefits and Wellness Plans - Medical/Dental/Vision:
• Compensation
  
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• Retirement Plan:

In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit toward an advanced vacation accrual rate

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES
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• A reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
• Integrity/good moral character
• Initiative/self‑starter
• A strong team approach
• Good judgment under pressure
• Effective communication skills
• Experience in repairing and maintaining Bell and Sikorsky helicopters

The Air Support Unit (ASU) is based in the center of Santa Barbara County at the Santa Ynez Airport and is staffed seven days a week. Although this is a joint unit, vacancies are attached to either the Santa Barbara County Fire Department or the Sheriff’s Office
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FIRE DEPARTMENT:  to visit the website to learn more about the department.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE:  to visit the website to learn more about the department.

The ASU currently has helicopters ready to respond to any emergency, day or night, rain or shine. Aircraft assigned to this unit include Sikorsky HH-60L, Bell UH-1H, UH 1N, OH-58 and Cessna 206. Training in all aircraft is not required for applying, but willingness to train and learn multiple platforms is highly desirable.

BACKGROUND DISQUALIFIERS:

• An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California
• Adult felony conviction in California or in another state classified as a felony in California
• Currently on Probation or Parole
• Adult felony and/or misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency
• Conviction of or sustained petitions for any sex crime
• Recent use and/or possession of illegal drugs; failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifying
• Unfavorable work history
• Poor credit history
• History of committing domestic violence
• Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information