Job Description

We are seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic to support a Part 135 helicopter operation based in Buffalo, NY. This role primarily involves supporting a medical evacuation operation with Bell 429 helicopters and offers a stable 40-hour work week with on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Bell 429 helicopters.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and return aircraft to service in compliance with FAA regulations.
• Accurately read, interpret, and navigate maintenance manuals and electronic documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Part 135 and company maintenance standards.
• Travel between operating bases to perform additional operational duties, such as aircraft parts inventory and management and fuel farm inspections.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

• Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• 4+ years of experience as an A&P Mechanic.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and electronic maintenance systems.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.
• Ability to travel between bases as needed.

• Civilian helicopter maintenance experience, including exposure to Bell, Sikorsky, AgustaWestland, and Airbus/Eurocopter.
• Open to candidates with military, general aviation, or corporate aviation backgrounds.
• Possess a basic set of hand tools (power drill, multimeter, torque wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, ratchets, and sockets in various sizes).
• Ability to convey written and verbal information accurately.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, documents, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to arrange objects or actions in a specific order or pattern according to rules or checklists.
• Perform tasks in a timely manner without direct supervision.

Join a small, strong team in a rewarding environment where your expertise contributes to rapid, safe, and cost-effective emergency and non-emergency air medical transport services. Enjoy benefits such as health insurance, vacation, and retirement plans, while working in an organization established in 1981 with operating bases in Buffalo, Batavia, Springville, and Olean, NY.

Work Environment

Work in a hangar environment as part of a rescue flight center where downtime is costly both financially and in service calls. The role requires maintaining neat, clean, and orderly work areas and common spaces, adhering to all regulations in the Employee Handbook and Administrative Policy Manual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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