Field Mechanic Trainee

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family!

The Field Mechanic supports the maintenance of Columbia Helicopters fleet, related components, and ground support equipment. This role performs assigned maintenance tasks in accordance with company procedures and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). The Field Mechanic is responsible for carefully inspecting equipment for airworthiness issues and promptly reporting any concerns to a supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Maintains the aircraft to ensure airworthy conditions
• Conducts on the job training to other employees
• Ensures entries in log books and forms are accurate and maintained to FAA and Columbia standards
• Performs maintenance on ground support equipment
• Crawls under, works overhead, and climbs onto the top of the helicopter
• Lifts aircraft components and support equipment
• Travels with assigned aircraft
• Responsible for the team and our customers
• Be punctual at all times and on location as needed
• Practices safety in all areas and occasions and support the team for their own safety
• Ability to meet or exceed the demands of the role physically and take appropriate precautions to avoid injury that results from physical exertion and stress
• Responsible for ensuring that our customers’ and the team’s needs, and expectations are always met, often exceeded

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• Minimum of 2.5 years of practical maintenance experience or graduation from an FAA-approved авиаtion maintenance school (preferred)
• Ability to obtain medical clearance for work in foreign countries, when required
• Valid U.S. passport, or the ability to obtain one
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including work in remote locations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while operating within designated authority limits
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making in all work situations
• Ability to lift 20–100 lbs, carry 20–75 lbs, and push or pull loads up to and exceeding 250 lbs
• Ability to bend, squat, stand, walk, and reach above, below, and at shoulder level
• Ability to perform repetitive use of arms, wrists, and hands for extended periods (67–100% of the workday)
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat or cold, dusty and noisy environments, and on uneven surfaces
• Ability to work long hours and multiple consecutive days performing physically demanding work
• Ability to travel and operate in unpressurized aircraft at altitudes up to 30,000 feet

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:

At Columbia, we believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, challenged, and valued. We’re more than a workplace, we’re a team built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work.

Competitive Pay & Strong Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work–life balance. Depending on your role, this may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company contributions, paid time off, and employee wellness resources.

Growth & Career Development

We invest in our people. From training and development opportunities to internal mobility and leadership support, Columbia encourages continuous learning and long-term career growth.

Purpose-Driven Culture

Your work matters here. Every role contributes to our broader mission, and we believe in empowering employees to make an impact, share ideas, and help shape the future of the company.

A Team That Has Your Back

We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where people are respected, encouraged, and supported. You’ll work alongside talented teammates who care about doing great work, and doing it together.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)