MSP Aviation Section Maintenance Tech I

Introduction

\r\nIt is important that all\r\nexperience be fully documented. Failure to LIST ALL EXPERIENCE FULLY AND\r\nACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.\r\n\r\n\r\nPLEASE\r\nFILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.\r\n\r\n The\r\n application is part of the examination process. Your answers will\r\n determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the\r\n selection process.\r\n Clearly\r\n describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for\r\n education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you\r\n fail to indicate.\r\n Do not leave\r\n any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write\r\n 'N/A'.\r\n Although\r\n you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does\r\n not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete\r\n application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write 'see\r\n resume' in your work history or responses to supplemental questions.\r\n Failure\r\n to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification.\r\n Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing\r\n instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

MSPAM 0003\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nMaryland State Police, Trooper\r\n7\r\nSouthern MD Section\r\n44174\r\nAirport Road, Suite 500�\r\nSt.\r\nMary’s County Airport�\r\nCalifornia,\r\nMD 20619\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

\r\nThe MSP Aviation Section Maintenance Technician I performs scheduled and unscheduled\r\nmaintenance on Aviation Command helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.� Troubleshoots problems and performs\r\nmaintenance on associated aircraft ground support equipment.� Ensures all aircraft are maintained,\r\nrepaired, and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and\r\nthe Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) regulations. Work performed effects\r\navailability of aircraft needed to support the Department’s mission.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees\r\nin this classification perform the above work independently, at an assigned\r\nHelicopter Section, and the duties include the capability to make airworthiness\r\ndecisions.�� ��\r\n FFFFFFFF00000000140000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000\r\n\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Perform �SEQ CHAPTER \\h \\r 1scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inspections on Aviation Command aircraft\r\nto maintain them in airworthy condition.\r\nPerform f SEQ CHAPTER \\h \\r 1light test and operational checks on all equipment after maintenance.\r\nResponds to aircraft related issues at assigned section. Performs inspections\r\nand/or supervises inspection in section/region. Coordinates upcoming maintenance\r\nevents. The work is performed at an assigned Helicopter Section; however,\r\nemployees may also work at the central maintenance repair facility or any other\r\nHelicopter Section if assistance is needed.\r\nCreates work orders, issues parts and repairs helicopter,\r\nindependently. Inspects work performed by other technicians, within the\r\nprivileges assigned by the MSP Quality Assurance Chief Inspector. Troubleshoot aircraft problems and discrepancies.� Repair and modify airframe and engine components.� Maintains superior knowledge of Maintenance\r\nManuals.� Navigates on-line and hard back\r\nMaintenance Manuals.\r\nPerform �SEQ CHAPTER \\h \\r 1Inspection Sheet entries, maintenance manual revisions and record keeping\r\nof aircraft logs.� Attends training\r\ncourses as they become available.\r\nMaintain proper �SEQ CHAPTER \\h \\r 1upkeep of tools and ground support equipment and\r\ntheir inventory.� Drive motor vehicles\r\nand perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the MSP Director\r\nof Maintenance (MSP DOM), MSP Maintenance Control Supervisors (MSP MCS), MSP\r\nLead Maintenance Technicians (MSP LMT), Officer in Charge of Mission Support\r\n(OIC) or Commander.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience: Three years of helicopter maintenance experience and actively engagement in aircraft maintenance within the last six months OR more than three years of aircraft maintenance experience, one year of experience must be working on MSP aircraft. \r\nNote: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in the Aviation Machinist Mate classification or Aviation, Aerospace Maintenance, or Aircraft Maintenance specialty codes in the Aviation Maintenance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.�\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications:\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Working in an FAA Part 135 or FAA Part 91 or similar military operation.�\r\n2. Working at an FAA Part 145 Repair Station.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification must possess a valid FAA Airframe and�Powerplant Mechanic license.\r\n2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the�operation of a motor vehicle, therefore, will be required to possess a motor�vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n1.\r\nApplicants for positions with the Department of Maryland State Police will be\r\nsubject to a complete criminal background investigation and a polygraph\r\nexamination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may\r\nbe grounds for rejection of the applicant. \r\n2. Some\r\npositions in this classification are assigned duties which will require the\r\nindividual to be examined by a physician. After an offer of employment,\r\napplicants for such positions will be given a medical examination to certify\r\nthe ability to perform the essential job functions. \r\n3. Employees\r\nin this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hour basis, and\r\ntherefore, will be required to provide the employer with a phone number where\r\nthey can be reached. Working weekends and holidays is\r\nrequired.� Employee also subject to emergency call out.�This\r\nis an Emergency Essential Employee.\r\n4. Employees\r\nin this classification must have access to an automobile for use on official\r\nbusiness in the event a State vehicle cannot be provided. Standard mileage\r\nallowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle. \r\n5. Employees\r\nin this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance\r\nwith Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs\r\n. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included for further evaluation. The evaluation will include rating your application based on education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nNOTE:�Currently, applicants are limited\r\nto uploading one file.� As a result, it is strongly urged that those\r\napplying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and\r\ngraduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.\r\nIf you are unable to apply online, you\r\nmay submit an application via mail.� The Maryland State Application Form\r\ncan be found online.� \r\nCompleted applications, required\r\ndocumentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:\r\nMaryland State Police, Aviation Command\r\n3023 Strawberry Point Road\r\nMiddle River, MD 21230\r\nAttn: Christina Blake\r\n�\r\nContact Information: christina.blake@maryland.gov or\r\n410-238-5843\r\n����������� \r\nTTY�Users: call via Maryland Relay \r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service\r\nto our country, and encourage them to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity\r\nemployer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.\r\nBilingual applicants are\r\nencouraged to apply.\r\nIt is the policy of the Maryland State\r\nPolice to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting\r\nemployment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all\r\nemployees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color,\r\ngender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or\r\nphysical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or\r\nopinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.\r\n\r\n