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Blackhawk Mechanic

Weyerhaeuser, Oregon, WI, United States


Weyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has openings for full-time Blackhawk Mechanics based out of the McMinnville, Oregon hangar. Duties will be performed at the hangar as well as in a forest environment. As a UH-60/S-70 helicopter mechanic, you will be responsible for performing inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on Weyerhaeuser’s rotor wing aircraft operating under FAA Part 133 and 137. Reporting directly to the Aviation Maintenance Manager, this role supports safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations across utility, firefighting and agriculture activities.

This position performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, approved maintenance programs, and company procedures. It plays a key role in maintaining aircraft readiness through disciplined maintenance execution, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Mechanics work collaboratively with maintenance leadership, flight crews and support teams to minimize aircraft downtime while supporting a strong culture of safety and professionalism.

Key Functions

Perform progressive, phase, isochronal, hourly, calendar, and special inspections

Troubleshoot, repair, remove, install, rig, and function check aircraft systems and components

Maintain engines, transmissions, rotor systems, drive systems, and mechanical flight controls

Perform servicing, lubrication, corrosion control, and functional checks

Accurately document all maintenance actions using electronic maintenance tracking systems

Support aircraft recovery, AOG response, and field maintenance activities

Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard free work environment

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED (or higher)

Airframe and Powerplant license with a minimum of two years of rotary-wing experience

Experience on UH-60/H-60/S-70 series aircraft (military 15T or civilian equivalent experience accepted)

Demonstrate personal commitment to safety, supporting team flying concept

Working knowledge of aircraft maintenance manuals and technical data

Experience with electronic maintenance recordkeeping systems

Sound judgment, attention to detail

Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, safety critical environment

Desired Qualifications

Formal 15T UH 60 Utility Helicopter Repairer training

Experience supporting utility, firefighting, or company aviation operations

FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)

Experience supporting aircraft across multiple or geographically dispersed locations

CDL/Hazmat endorsement

What We Offer
Compensation:

This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $90,244 - $135,509 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits:

When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement:

Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay.

Paid Time Off or Vacation:

We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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