Air Operations Support Technician

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A military organization is seeking Air Operations Support Technicians (AOS Tech) in Fredericton, Canada. The role focuses on providing air maintenance support, including aircraft servicing and handling. No previous experience is required, and comprehensive training will be provided. Opportunities for part-time and reserve positions are available, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Part-time roles available

Qualifications

• No previous work experience or career-related skills are required.
• Environmental clothing and equipment will be necessary in specific conditions.
• Basic Military Qualification course must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide air maintenance support for aircraft.
• Perform maintenance tasks and manage technical publications.
• Conduct inspections and ensure airfield security as needed.

Skills

Aircraft servicing and handling

General maintenance tasks

Quality management

Technical publication management

Pre- and post-flight inspections

Education

Completion of Grade 10 or Secondary 4

Job description

Overview

As a member of the military, Air Operations Support Technicians (AOS Tech) provide air maintenance support primarily in the areas of aircraft servicing and handling, general maintenance tasks, maintenance programs and projects, employment and training, supply and tool procurement/management, quality management, technical publication management, and maintenance records management. In supporting aircraft maintenance, AOS Techs perform pre- and post-flight inspections, aircraft handling tasks such as parking, towing, marshalling, starting, refueling, and cleaning of aircraft. AOS Techs in the Reg Force may also perform airfield and base security duties, including site and aircraft security, guard and access control duties.

Areas of Support

AOS Techs provide support in the areas of:

• Aircraft servicing and handling
• Aircraft Maintenance Control & Records
• Technical Publications Library
• Quality Management
• Employment and Training
• Tool Crib
• Consumable Stores
• Project Management
• Airfield and base security

Work environment

AOS Techs are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangars, shop environments and on the flight line. Employment can vary from CAF bases and wings within Canada (including the Arctic) to overseas locations in support of NATO and UN commitments. They may also perform some duties in airborne aircraft. AOS Techs are subject to environmental conditions similar to others at sea when performing duties on board ships, and specific environmental clothing and equipment is required. In deployed field conditions, shops are set up on tent lines where additional environmental clothing and equipment are required.

Entry plans

• Direct Entry Options

No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help determine if your interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. The minimum education requirement is the completion of provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec. Foreign education may be accepted.

Training

The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course (Basic Training) at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. This course provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades and ensures recruits meet the CAF physical fitness standard. Air Operations Support Technicians then attend the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering in Borden, Ontario. The Common Core course is approximately 35 training days in duration and covers:

• Workplace Safety Practices
• Assisting with Aircraft Maintenance
• Airworthiness Policy and Documentation
• Inspection of Electrical Wiring
• Common Servicing and Elementary Tasks

Further training is required once posted to the unit, including fleet-specific servicing courses. As they progress, Air Operations Support Technicians who demonstrate ability may be offered advanced training in areas such as Employment and Training procedures, Aircraft Maintenance and Control procedures, Airworthiness, Quality Management, Project Management, and Career Management. Additional advanced training may be afforded as the occupation evolves.

Part-time options

As a member of the Reserve Force, Air Operations Support Technicians provide air maintenance support in areas such as assistance to Search and Rescue (SAR), airfield and base security, transport, and general duties. Reserve Force AOS Techs in SAR Squadrons maintain serviceability of SAR and medical equipment, set up and tear down parachute drop zones, transport equipment and personnel, and assist with diving exercises. They also perform airfield and base security duties, including site and aircraft security, guard, and access control duties.

Reserve roles

Reserve Air Operations Support Technicians (AOS Tech) provide support in:

• Aircraft servicing and handling
• Assistance to Search and Rescue (SAR)
• Airfield and base security
• Transport and general labour

If you choose to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will join a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and relocation is not typically required. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum, with possibilities of full-time employment. Reservists train with their home unit to meet required professional standards. If additional training is required, arrangements will be made by the home unit. Typically, Reserve Force members work or train with their home unit for at least four evenings and one weekend per month (September to May). They are paid 92.8% of Regular Force pay and receive a reasonable benefits package.

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