Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Apprentice M2 - (YTZ)

Porter Airlines Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter Airlines Inc. in Toronto (YTZ) is seeking an AME Apprentice to support our Q400 fleet within a line maintenance environment. Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance, you will gain hands-on experience across aircraft systems and participate in maintenance activities.

You will work under supervision to troubleshoot, repair and document maintenance, while embracing Porter’s safety culture and SMS program. A strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary education completed.
• College diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved facility.
• Valid Ontario full G driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Canadian Passport and security clearances.
• Able to pass the company screening process.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and repair per specifications.
• Repair and overhaul aircraft systems.
• Install or modify aircraft engines and systems.
• Dismantle and reassemble airframes and components for repair/overhaul.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance under supervision.

Skills

Driver's license

Passport eligibility

Security clearances

Screening process

Education

Secondary education

College diploma in aircraft maintenance (TC-approved)

Job description

Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance in Toronto YTZ, the AME Apprentice will work in support of Porter’s Q400 fleet in a line maintenance environment.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance in Toronto YTZ, the AME Apprentice will work in support of Porter’s Q400 fleet in a line maintenance environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines, mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Perform and document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance under the guidance of a Lead ACA, ACA or AME
• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
• Assist on the ramp as required

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is required
• A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility
• Valid Ontario full “G” driver’s license (or out of province equivalent)
• Ability to obtain a Canadian Passport
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearancesn
• Successfully complete the company screening process

Location

Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ)

Company Description

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.