Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – (CAT 38) - Avionics

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

Job summary

A leading aviation company located in Vancouver is seeking an Aircraft Technician for onsite work. The ideal candidate will possess a Transport Canada AME-E license and have at least 2 years of industry experience. Responsibilities include airframe maintenance and teamwork in a demanding environment. The company offers a generous employee travel program and various benefits.

Benefits

Generous employee travel program

Health and dental benefits

Training and development tools

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of industry-related experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Candidates need to pass a pre-employment qualifying exam.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for airframe maintenance.
• Use proper tools and techniques for aircraft maintenance.
• Maintain customer-focused attitude in high-stress environments.

Skills

Ability to use maintenance tools

Proficient in schematic diagrams

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

High School diploma

Transport Canada AME-E license

Recognized apprenticeship program

Job description

Overview

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada (Onsite)

Starting Salary: Based on experience

Branch: Maintenance

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

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.

Air Canada is presently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the full-time position of Aircraft Technician at our Vancouver Maintenance Centre. The position is located near Vancouver International Airport, Richmond. The salary will be based on experience and according to the Collective Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft Technicians 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.
• Must also have ability to work independently, with resources via phone and computer. Being self-motivated and confident is an asset.

Please take 2 minutes to watch the following video with more information about the Aircraft Technician/Aircraft Maintenance Engineer role: https://vimeo.com/1086935283/87320bbc10

Benefits

• Air Canada staff love to travel and we have one of the most generous employee travel programs in the industry. You will be eligible for travel privileges for yourself and other eligible persons once you’ve completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• We value your wellbeing which is why we offer a wide variety 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.
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program, and/or have at least 2 years industry related experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (Mandatory)
• Possession of valid driver's license (Mandatory)
• Able to successfully pass the pre-employment qualifying exam, physical and a security check.
• Be available to work night, evenings and days including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to Pass and obtain an airside vehicle operator’s permit (Mandatory)
• Possession of a restricted radio operators permit (aviation).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations depending on the work location. Please refer to Transport Canada site for more details.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.
• Employees in this role, conduct safety-critical work and as such, Air Canada medical standards must be met in order to qualify for the role. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including a drug and alcohol test and are expected to be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

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 strongly 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, in which we live and serve.

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