Aircraft Mechanic

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES — FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Requisition No: 867279
• Agency:
Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Working Title:

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC -

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information visit the E-Verify Website.

Location:

Various Fort Myers area locations

Ancillary information includes travel requirements, eligibility notes, and benefits described below.

• This is a highly responsible technical position requiring a skilled aircraft mechanic who holds a current Airframe and Powerplant License. FAA certification authorizes maintenance and repair on modern aircraft and turbine-powered helicopters.
• Performs maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding and alterations on assigned reciprocating engine aircraft and turbine engine helicopters as prescribed by applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Conducts scheduled inspections on assigned aircraft; researches airworthiness directives and complies using computers, microfiche and manuals.
• Completes inspection forms and entries into logbooks and computer records; orders parts in a timely manner; maintains a safe, neat, and orderly workspace.
• Coordinates with supervisor and pilots to analyze reported malfunctions and perform necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Deploys to field locations as needed to provide mechanical, fuel, and helibase support to deployed aircraft; performs routine and emergency maintenance and repairs to maintenance facilities and ground support equipment.
• Assists with building and ground maintenance, administrative tasks, property inventory, and other duties as assigned.

• Certification as an Aircraft Mechanic by the Federal Aviation Administration with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings.
• NOTE:
  
  All positions require possession of a valid driver license.

• Occasional to moderate travel required; may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other incidents requiring travel.
• Honest and authentic responses during evaluation; use of AI tools will be considered in qualification decisions.
• Tools provided.

• Annual Boot Allotment
• Annual Uniform Allotment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Provided

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
  Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, etc.)
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions

For total compensation estimate, visit the Total Compensation Estimator Tool located above under the Posting Closing Date.

• The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.
• Disability accommodations available; contact the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center.
• Drug-Free workplace; reasonable suspicion drug testing policy applies.
• VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Veterans’ Preference applies to eligible candidates; documentation required.

Nearest Major Market:
Fort Myers;
Nearest Secondary Market:
Cape Coral

Assistance:
People First Service Center: , Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET