Aircraft Maintenance Inspector - Fairbanks

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

This position provides oversight of and is responsible for, the maintenance of agency aircraft used for the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and must possess knowledge of aircraft engines, parts, and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.  This is generally accomplished through oversight of third-party vendor-based maintenance contracts and must have knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring, and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.  Also, may perform routine aircraft maintenance tasks as needed.

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE: 

The mission of the Department of Public Safety is to ensure public safety and enforce fish and wildlife laws. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent, and detect crime, and protect life and property. The Aircraft Section’s contribution to the Department's Mission is to preserve public peace; protect life, property, and resources. As a member of DPS, you would be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by providing direct support for law enforcement activities.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability as they serve Alaska.  In this fast-paced environment, you will work with a phenomenal team of professionals, both civilian and commissioned.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:

This position is located and based out of our Fairbanks Aircraft Section.  The work environment is friendly, team-oriented, and productive.  Our Fairbanks-based Aircraft Section operates from the airports located within the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks often from Fairbanks International Airport or one of the nearby landing areas.  We recognize the uniqueness of life in Alaska’s rural and urban communities.  We recommend all applicants visit the Community Database for a glimpse into Alaska’s communities and lifestyle by providing images of places, people, cultural events, public facilities, landscapes, and other dimensions of community life at . This position may travel throughout Alaska providing aircraft and training support.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• It is required that Aircraft Maintenance Inspector have Airframe & Powerplant and Inspection Authorization (A&P/IA) certificates. Though not required, it is preferred that the applicant also hold a commercial or private pilot’s license. 
• The Aircraft Maintenance Inspector must have experience working on both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. The ideal candidate will possess experience with piston and turbine engines (preferred PT6 and Saffran helicopter). It is the inspector’s responsibility to ensure the aircraft’s timely completion and airworthiness to the maximum extent possible with multiple vendors.
• Must have the ability to consistently schedule, inspect and evaluate repair of aircraft in a safe manner in adverse conditions and follow all the applicable Federal Aviation Administration Regulation, Advisory Circulars, Airworthiness Directives, the Department’s Operating Procedures Manual, the Aircraft Manufacturers Service Manual and Service Bulletins. 
• Must satisfy maintenance inspector qualifications which meet or exceed experience following federal, state, and current manufacturer recommended maintenance procedures.
• Diagnoses discrepancies reported by pilot staff to determine appropriate repairs for mechanical and avionics problems

More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: 

Minimum Qualifications

Eligible to obtain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspector Authorization (IA) Certificate.

Special Note:
As a condition of employment, incumbents will be required to obtain a valid FAA IA Certificate per 14 CFR 65.91(c). Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining an FAA IA Certificate within 12 months of initial hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

Applicants who currently possess an FAA IA Certificate must submit a copy at time of interview.

Possession of an FAA commercial pilot license is highly desirable but not required.

Additional Required Information

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.


AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
At time of interview, applicant must provide:

• List of three (3) professional references, two of which are from a current or former direct supervisor.

• Last two (2) performance evaluations, if available.

SPECIAL NOTICE

To be successful, applicants must:

• Have a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificated Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic with Inspectors Authorization (IA).

• Be willing and able to work overtime.  Occasionally needed after hours and weekends to respond to maintenance events.

• Be able to travels as needed, often on short notice, to respond to maintenance needs and vendor locations.

• Have a valid drivers license.

FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position. 

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim. 

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check.  Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT
The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.


EDUCATION 

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met.   Therefore,all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package.  Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time.  Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES 

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

 

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-8*********** or (90*********** in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-8*********** or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 998******** The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

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Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Michael D. Cook

Aviation Program Coordinator 2

907*********

************@alaska.gov