SALARY $4,237.00 - $4,913.00 Monthly
THIS RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. Candidate evaluation will be ongoing. It will be to the applicant’s advantage to submit application materials as soon as possible.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is a professional public safety agency made up of dedicated professionals who work hard to improve the quality of life as well as prevent the unnecessary loss of life on a daily basis. The WSP has approximately 2,200 employees and is organized into six bureaus: Field Operations, Technical Services, Forensic Laboratory Services, Fire Protection, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement and Investigative Services. More than half of all WSP employees work in a variety of non-commissioned jobs to support the Patrol's mission.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Washington State Patrol makes a difference every day, enhancing the safety and security of our state by providing the best in public safety services.
DUTIES
This position supports the Washington State Patrol Aviation Sections mission to provide aerial traffic enforcement, traffic congestion management, homeland security, and other aerial law enforcement services in support of the Patrol’s public safety mission. This is accomplished by maintaining a high level of safety and 24-7 readiness of the Patrol's mission aircraft and support technologies.
- Perform inspection, repair and maintenance on turbine or reciprocating engine powered aircraft owned or operated by the Washington State Patrol or its contracted partners.
- Maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition, in accordance with all FAA regulations, and manufacturer’s instruction. This includes: Inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis, moving aircraft with ground equipment or under power, starting, operating, and testing aircraft, skillful use of hand and power tools to replace parts, perform precision measurements, operate test equipment, drilling, cutting, riveting, welding, general fabrication, skillful use of computers and various software to research, and document airworthiness compliance.
- Ensure aircraft conforms to their type certificate data sheet or its properly altered condition.
- Read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, and other airworthiness documentation, as provided by the FAA, Aircraft Manufacturer or other approved vendors.
- Interpret and apply technical and legal documents as they pertain to the airworthiness of the aircraft.
- Perform second checks on peers work.
- Avionics and equipment installation
- Facility, grounds, pool car, and equipment maintenance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must read and write the English language fluently.
- Current, valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver’s license.
- Valid Federal Aviation Administration airframe and power plant license (A&P).
- Must be punctual, detail oriented, self-starter, focused, unquestionable integrity, and have a working knowledge of aircraft systems, and repair.
- Ability to skillfully operate hand and power tools, shop equipment, aircraft test, and repair equipment, aircraft tow vehicles, lift truck, other vehicles in the performance of these duties.
- Working knowledge of troubleshooting, diagnosis, sheet metal fabrication and repair, composite repair, and Federal Aviation Administration’s regulations as it pertains to their job.
- General computer skills and be able to learn and master all aviation software used for maintenance, parts tracking, repair, and documentation.
- Willingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in an all weather/temperature, high noise level environment.
- Willingness and ability to work around hazardous chemicals.
- Willingness and ability to work in confined spaces.
Must provide a thorough set of aviation mechanics power and hand tools.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 10 years of experience maintaining general aviation and turbine corporate aircraft.
- Valid Federal Aviation Administration Inspection Authorization (IA).
- Avionics troubleshooting and installation skills.
- Aerial law enforcement equipment troubleshooting and installation skills – Aerial mapping systems, FLIR cameras, digital downlink, satellite phones, digital recorders, etc.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
If you have any tattoos, body art, branding, or voluntary disfigurement that would be visible while on duty, you will be required to either remove those items or cover them completely and opaquely while in short sleeves. Visible areas include, but are not limited to, lower portion of the upper arms, elbows, the entire forearms, hands, neck, and facial areas.
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The agency will verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers will be cause for rejection of potential employment.
The applicant must possess a current, non-probationary, and non-restricted valid driver’s license. History of restrictions on license or driving record due to vehicle operation or control will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Upon hire, must possess a Washington State driver's license and maintain such licensure during employment with the WSP.
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete the on-line application process at www.careers.wa.gov. Click on the green “Look for Jobs” button. Scroll down to the “Keywords” box and type “Aircraft Mechanic”. Once you see the job listing you can click on it to apply.
If you have questions regarding this announcement, please contact Darlonna Vaughan at (360) 704-2313 or [email protected].
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran’s Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
Note: Applicants claiming veteran’s preference points must attach the documentation with each on-line application. If you do not provide appropriate documentation to qualify for these preference points, the points will not be awarded. Preference will not be granted until service documents are verified. Documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
We thank you and are grateful for your service
POLYGRAPH & BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
For candidates that make it through the selection process, a background investigation and a polygraph exam will be required due to the nature and security requirements of the job. Applicants will be required to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials or files. The Polygraph Examination (PE) and Background Investigation are part of the pre-employment selection process and are not a commitment to employment. The Washington State Patrol has strict guidelines relating, but not limited, to personal and employment characteristics, arrests, convictions, and illegal drug usage, etc. During the PE, candidates are required to sign an assessment sheet and participate in an oral interview process to verify the candidates’ responses to the Personal Background Evaluation, the Personal History and Background Questionnaire, and a Pre-Employment Interview. Untruthful or misleading answers or omissions will be treated as a falsification which will be cause for rejection of potential employment.
TRANSCRIPTS
Education verification is part of the selection process. If selected as a top candidate, position required and/or applicant specified education (whichever is higher) will be verified. Please do not send these transcripts at the time of application. If you are selected as a top candidate you will be contacted by the Human Resource Division and asked to provide transcripts at the appropriate time.
UNION NOTICE
This position is in a collective bargaining unit and as a condition of employment you will be required to become a union member or pay a fee as outlined in the Master Agreement.
OTHER INFORMATION
Persons with a disability, who need assistance in the application or assessment process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 704-2317. Applicants that are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
The Washington State Patrol actively supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
