New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Notice of Vacancy

Title: Aviation Mechanic

Posting Number: SPFHS-2023-34

Workweek: 40 (40-hour) Workweek

Salary: (C23) $64,544.97 – $91,557.57

Closing Date: 4/23/2024

Existing Vacancies: One (1)

Program/Location:

Department of Environmental Protection

State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites

Forest Fire Management

Forest & Natural Lands - Coyle Field

Chatsworth, NJ 08019

Scope of Eligibility: Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description: Under the limited supervision of a Master Aviation Mechanic or other supervisory official in a state department, agency or institution, performs those functions relevant to the analysis and correction of malfunctions in turbine powered aircraft; performs inspections and maintenance operations on powerplant and airframe components according to procedures mandated by aircraft manufacturers and Federal Aviation Administration standards; does other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of helicopter and/or fixed wing aircraft, airframes, turbine powerplants and related components and systems.

License: Applicants must possess a valid Federal Aviation Administration approved Airframe and Powerplant certificate considered 'recent' by the following standards set forth in the Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 65, Section 65.83:

A certificated mechanic may not exercise the privileges of their certificate and rating unless, within the preceding twenty-four (24) months --

(a) The Administrator has found that they are able to do that work; or (b) has, for at least six (6) months -- (1)Served as a mechanic under their certificate and rating; (2) Technically supervised other mechanics; (3) Supervised, in an executive capacity, the maintenance or alteration of aircraft; or (4) Been engaged in any combination of paragraph (b) (1), (2), or (3) of this section.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather.

than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".

Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/ veterans/services/civil-service/preference/

Submit Letter of Interest, Resume, Unofficial Transcripts (if college degree is required), and the Personal Relationship Disclosure Statement by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date to:

Talent Acquisition Team

Division of Human Resources

E-mail Address: DEP-HR-SPFHS.Resumes@dep.nj.gov

• Please include the title and posting # of this Notice of Vacancy in the subject line of your e-mail. Please tell us how you heard about this position

SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,544.97 - $91,557.57 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chatsworth, NJ 08019: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person