Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – (CAT 01)

Air Canada; Dorval; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian airline is looking for Aircraft Technicians and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers for their Montreal Maintenance Centre. The roles require performing airframe maintenance and troubleshooting, excellent teamwork, and communication skills. Candidates must have relevant technical qualifications, including specific licenses and the ability to work night shifts. The position offers competitive salaries and benefits including staff travel privileges and health plans.

Benefits

Staff travel privileges

Health and dental plans

Training and development tools

Qualifications

• Candidates should have at least 4 years of industry-related experience.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass various pre-employment checks and examinations.

Responsibilities

• Perform airframe maintenance and repairs.
• Utilize tools and diagnostic equipment effectively.
• Maintain a customer-focused attitude in high-stress situations.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Completed recognized apprenticeship program

Transport Canada AME M2 or M1 license

Job description

Overview

Air Canada is presently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the permanent full-time positions of Aircraft Technicians or Aircraft Maintenance Engineers at our Montreal Maintenance Centre.

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Location

Montreal, QC, Canada (Onsite)

Salary

Based on experience; Aircraft Maintenance Engineer: up to $44.67/hour; Junior Mechanic: $27.82/hour

Branch

Maintenance

Category

Unionized (IAMAW)

Responsibilities

• Aircraft Technicians / Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are responsible for airframe maintenance and should have the following skill sets:
• Ability to use the correct tools, methods, techniques and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance.
• Candidates should be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient with computers and diagnostic tools.
• Individuals need to be "team players" with excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain a customer focused attitude in a demanding, high stress environment.

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Benefits

• Air Canada staff travel privileges for yourself and eligible persons after twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• A range of benefit plans including health and dental for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help unlock your full potential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Completed a recognized apprenticeship program, and/or at least 4 years of industry-related experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME M2 or M1 license (Mandatory).
• Possession of a valid driver's license (Mandatory).
• Able to pass the pre-employment qualifying exam, physical and a security check.
• Be available to work night, evenings and days including weekends and holidays.
• Night shift is the permanent position for this posting. Possibility to change with seniority.
• Ability to pass and obtain an airside vehicle operator’s permit (Mandatory).
• Possession of a restricted radio operators permit (aviation).
• Safety-critical work requires meeting Air Canada medical standards; candidates will undergo medical evaluation including drug and alcohol testing and must be free of intoxicating substances.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable transportation security clearances and other authorizations depending on location.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest and obtain any required work permits/visas; responsibility lies with the candidate.

Assets

• Endorsements on Air Canada aircraft type.
• Current security clearance.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers and communities we serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.