CL-215/415 Scooper Maintenance Technician – Rotational - Bridger Aerospace

About Bridger Aerospace  

Bridger Aerospace is an aerial firefighting company based in Belgrade, Montana, located at the Bozeman Yellowstone Airport (KBZN). It was founded in 2014 to support front-line firefighters with world-leading technology and aerial fire suppression systems. We have grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack and the largest Super Scooper fleet in the U.S. in less than eight years. Bridger is a leader in fighting wildfires, specializing in Air Attack, Fire Suppression, and Aerial Fire-Mapping technologies. Our focus is to provide the most effective and modern capabilities to fight fires from the air. Meeting the needs of the growing threat of economic and environmental damage caused by wildfires and supporting ground-based firefighters is our priority.  

 About the Role: 

Bridger Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated individual who can work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines with little outside guidance and supervision. In this role, you will be responsible for maintenance, repair, and overhaul for our CL-215T fleet of aircraft.  

This position works a 12 on / 12 off day schedule year-round, there is no requirement to live in Belgrade, MT.  

 What You'll Do:

• Perform maintenance and inspections on CL-215T aircraft, engines, propellers, and components.  
• Perform heavy maintenance checks at home base (Belgrade, MT) in the off season. Travel with aircraft to various fire base locations during fire season.  
• Perform unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting in a field/AOG environment.  
• Read and interpret technical publications such as maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogues, service bulletins, engineering orders and airworthiness directives.  
• Completes maintenance records in accordance with FAA and company requirements.  
• Maintain work order status using Winair or other maintenance tracking software.  
• Capable of working independently or with a team as required.  
• Perform engine ground runs and taxi tests.  
• Maintain work area and tool control in Accordance with Company Standards and Procedures 
• Maintain your company training requirements and follow all company safety policies and procedures. 
• Maintain Ground Support Equipment (GSE) used in the field for maintenance. 

Available Roles:

Tech II – A&P or AME license required. 2+ years of aircraft maintenance experience. Ability to complete basic maintenance tasks with no supervision. Understands and demonstrates basic troubleshooting methods/skills.  

Sr. Tech - Minimum one year of CL215T/415 experience and certificate from OEM maintenance training course required. 5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience, 2 years minimum maintaining aircraft in a field/AOG environment. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility. Ability to complete complex maintenance tasks with no supervision. Understands and demonstrates advanced troubleshooting methods/skills.  

Requirements: 

• A&P or AME License Required. 
• Valid driver's license and passport. 
• Ability to pass a DOT drug screening.  
• Ability to be insured on company vehicles. 
• Ability to Travel to Canada, Europe, or other international locations, as needed.  
• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations (FAR). 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work under no supervision and high pressure.  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.  
• Personal tools required when working in Belgrade, MT only. Company tools are provided for any work away from home base.  
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.  

Benefits and Perks: 

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities 
• Company performance-based bonus plan 
• Equity stock-based compensation package 
• Employer-funded comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents 
• 401k with company match 
• Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage 
• Heath Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA options 

This position is subject to pre-employment background check and drug screening. Additionally, this position requires attainment of an AOA Badge issued by Bozeman-Yellowstone Int'l Airport. 

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings and its family of companies does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by federal or state law in matters of employment, promotion, services or activities it operates.