Salmon River Helicopters, a growing Idaho company is looking for our next team member!  Come be part of a family business. Dream It, Lift It, Fly It! In this role, you will get to be part of our private and government contracts across the United States that involve a variety of aerial operations including power line construction, firefighting, fire rehabilitation/stabilization, agricultural services, heavy lift construction, concrete transport, repeater placement, remote non-schedule freight delivery, logging, and much more. Check out this exciting opportunity and apply today!

The Mechanic will provide top-notch maintenance and repairs to our fleet. This individual should be willing to travel, safety-focused, and excited to be part of Salmon River Helicopters. This position does not require relocation. All air travel and lodging expenses to and from contracts will be covered.

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including retirement, medical insurance, etc. upon meeting length of service requirements.

• Performing typical scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations, such as removal and replacement of aircraft and power plant components in accordance with Company Maintenance SOP, Manufacturer/OEM approved data, and maintaining appropriate aircraft records and logs.
• Service aircraft with fuel, oil, etc. in preparation for flight.
• Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems and remove and install aircraft subsystems and components i.e. engines, transmissions, rotors, and mechanical flight controls.
• Conducting troubleshooting, repairing, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, modifying, and replacing as needed using approved data to maintain airworthiness.
• Use technical expertise to remedy and solve complex programs by interpreting technical manuals, maintenance information, action messages, etc.
• Perform daily/post-flight/thru-flight inspections as required.
• Effectively communicate with the customer in a courteous and professional manner.
• Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.
• Following all safety procedures and policies at all times.
• Completing all required paperwork and maintaining proficient records of maintenance in compliance with Government and FAA rules and regulations.
• Using and operating all equipment safely.
• Performing other duties as they arise.

• A&P Mechanic license
• Current USFS Card or ability to be Carded 
• US Military technical school or specialized training course is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and replacement procedures.
• Working knowledge of technical publications.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with a UH60 or Bell Medium
• Minimum of 5 years of helicopter maintenance experience 
• Ability and willingness to perform maintenance in an outdoor environment 
• Ability to work well with others 
• Must be able to work independently in remote locations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and team members

Our future team members will possess the following characteristics:

• A high level of integrity
• A positive attitude
• Be service and customer-oriented
• Team player
• Self-starter

Additional Skills Desired but not Required:

• CDL with hazmat endorsement or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of the hire date at the company’s expense.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 75 lbs., bend, stoop, squat, walk, stand, kneel, crunch, crawl, climb and reach as this type of position requires

**Employees are subject to comply with Salmon River Helicopters Drug and Alcohol Policies**