SkillBridge AMT - Fixed Wing

Overview

Global Medical Response (GMR) is proud to be an authorized provider of the DOD SkillBridge program, offering U.S. Military Service Members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience in the medical response industry through training, internships, and on-the-job (OJT) experience. Under the SkillBridge program, GMR hosts active-duty U.S. Military members for skilled employment training during the final six months of their active-duty obligated service.

The SkillBridge program with GMR will run for 90 days. During the SkillBridge program, a military service member will retain their military pay and benefits and will not be compensated by GMR. SkillBridge program start dates are timed in accordance with company induction schedules and Service Member availability.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Current Active-Duty Service Member meets DoD SkillBridge.

Qualifications

• Available to participate for 180 days.
• Obtain signed approval from your unit commander (04 or above) and agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the Service if mission requirements dictate.
• During SkillBridge Program, 24-hour base housing provided at select locations (for Field Mechanics).
• If hired after completion of the SkillBridge Program, although successful completion is not a guarantee of future employment with any GMR company, a newly hired GMR Aircraft Maintenance Technician can expect:
  • Starting Salary: $65,239 - $94,567 (additional Geo Modifier as applicable).
  • IA Stipend: $2,080.
  • Sign-On Bonus: $12,500.
• Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) at GMR are responsible for the overall maintenance and safety of our fixed wing fleet across multiple locations within the Company footprint.
• Technicians will support our KingAir B200, C90, Pilatus PC-12.
• This is a key role to ensure our team can safely maintain and deliver timely and high-quality transportation services, care, and customer service to patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance services including mechanical inspections, screening, repairs, and provide regular statuses to the Lead Technician.
• Manage inventory checks to ensure stock of supplies and equipment, regularly update the equipment tracking log, place replacement requests when necessary, and document part expenditures.
• Clearly document service paperwork and FAA information as required and adhere to policies and procedures while complying with the company’s information security standards.
• Sustain a safe and clean working environment for the aircraft maintenance team and flight crew.
• Use appropriate communication methods to help facilitate coordination of efforts between departments, vendors, and team members.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow AMTs and operations team.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate or able to obtain before starting SkillBridge.
• 2 years fixed-wing maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, aircraft maintenance systems, records, and maintenance support and planning.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull objects weighing from 10-50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance.
• Must be acceptable in accordance with the FAA drug and alcohol testing program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related experience under CFR Parts 91, 135, and 145.
• Inspection Authorization Certificate.
• Air Ambulance knowledge.
• Avionics troubleshooting and electrical repair experience.

GMR’s Core Behaviors

—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together, and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. GMR is committed to supporting veterans, military spouses, and active-duty service members through recognized hiring initiatives and partnerships.

Learn more about our dedication to creating meaningful career opportunities for the military community at Military | GMR Careers. Please note: This SkillBridge Military opportunity is available for Transitioning Service Members ONLY! Although this is NOT a Direct Hire Position, participants who successfully complete their SkillBridge program may be eligible for immediate consideration for current open positions.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.