St. Johns County Sheriff's Office · 1 day ago
Aviation Rotorcraft Mechanic - 2/06/2026
St Augustine, FL
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSt. Johns County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining and operating aircraft in airworthy condition. The Aviation Mechanic ensures compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and performs various maintenance tasks to support helicopter operations.
Law Enforcement
Responsibilities
Report maintenance issues to Aviation Maintenance Lead
Prepare written documents such as maintenance reports, etc
Inspect, monitor, and evaluate work-related conditions and helicopters to determine compliance with prescribed operating, safety, and other standards, regulations, and guidelines including FARs, Helicopter Operators Manual and departmental procedures
Operate aircraft tow equipment to move aircraft in and out of the hangar area
Assist mechanics with performing unscheduled maintenance as necessary
Move aircraft and supplies from one place to another using tow equipment and handcarts
Clean work area and equipment such as helicopter and the hangar facility
Work with cleaning fluids and aviation fuel using normal, routine, protective equipment to clean and refuel aircraft
Resolve operational and other work-related problems related specifically to aircraft operations and personnel
Maintain knowledge of service records and manufacture recommendations
Maintain ability to work as agency representative to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for maintenance required documents
Maintain ability to act as a vendor liaison for maintenance and/or aircraft equipment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
19 Years or older
Valid Florida Driver License
High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the Armed Forces
Must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement
Airframe and Power Plant Certification
Five (5) years of rotorcraft experience
At least six (6) months of aircraft maintenance work during the past twenty-four (24) months
Must have FAA A&P license
Must be aware of on call status and will receive take home vehicle
Possess in-depth knowledge of helicopter operations and functions
Knowledge of navigation equipment and control
Understand the safety practices and procedures of aviation tools
Familiarity of aerial and spatial atmosphere
Strong communication skills to communicate with pilot's, ground staff, passengers, etc
Stay in compliance with federal and state flying regulations
Provide aviation related hand tools
Preferred
Bell 407 experience, preferred
Bell 407 Maintenance Technician Course, preferred
Company
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is located in St. Augustine, FL. The vision of the agency is to have a trusted team of professionals ensuring St.
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