Aircraft Maintenance Engineer STRUCTURES

Harbour Air; Richmond; On-site; CAD 55,324 - 80,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight perks including buddy passes

Revenue share program

RRSP matching

Discounts at local restaurants

Personal use of automotive garage

Uniform/shoe and tool allowance

Job summary

A leading seaplane airline in Richmond is seeking an Aircraft Structural Technician. This full-time role involves working on the maintenance and repair of aircraft structures for the company's fleet and third-party clients. The ideal candidate will have an AME S license and at least two years' experience in sheet metal work, as well as a commitment to safety. The position also offers benefits including health and wellness packages, flight perks, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license AME S license is required.
• Minimum 2 years’ work experience on sheet metal structures.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural MRO work for both Harbour Air fleet and 3rd party customers.
• Complete work orders with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Guide and assist in training Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license AME S license

Commitment to safety

Ability to multitask

Excellent communication skills

Ability to lead and mentor apprentices

Education

Minimum 2 years’ work experience on sheet metal structures

Job description

AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL TECHNICIANS (AME-S)

Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to commit to an organization with an outstanding record for safety and reliability? Are you searching for an employer who provides amazing perks and works hard to provide a work life balance and stability for their employees? If so, look no further! We proudly maintain the Harbour Air fleet of aircraft in addition to numerous aircraft for our valued 3rd party customers.

Work Hours: Modified work week, 10.5 hour shifts; 4 days on, 3 off, current shift M‑Th or Tu‑F 0700‑1730

Location: Richmond (YVR) – Vancouver South Terminal, 4760 Inglis Drive, Richmond, ability to travel to 3rd party customer locations as required.

Term: Full‑Time Regular

Department: Aerospace Department

Website: https://www.aerospaceservices.ca/

Compensation: $40.16 – $58.18 per hour. Qualified candidates will be placed within the range based on industry experience and previous certifications. Training and opportunities for growth available. We regularly review compensation structures, adjusting them in line with market standards and industry benchmarks.

Health and Wellness Benefits: Extended medical and dental (for FTR employees), Travel Insurance, Wellness and Health Care Spending Accounts, Short‑term disability, Long‑term disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

Perks: Flight perks (including buddy passes, confirmed Harbour Air flights, and global inter‑airline partnerships), revenue share program, RRSP matching, discounts at local restaurants and travel partner organizations, personal use of automotive garage, uniform/shoe, and tool allowance, staff events and much more!

Responsibilities

• Work with the rest of the structures crew to perform structural MRO work for the Harbour Air fleet and our 3rd party customers in an efficient and cost‑effective manner.
• Complete work orders and internal repair job cards as required with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Provide guidance and assistance in training and coaching of Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
• Other duties as directed by the Structures Crew Chiefs, Coordinator and PRM.

Qualifications & Assets

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license AME S license, Minimum 2 years’ work experience on sheet metal structures.
• Clear and proven commitment to safety (for yourself and others) in line with our “Safety First” value.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and carry out advanced sheet metal repairs in a fast‑paced and safety‑sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ability, and desire to work in a close‑knit, team‑based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks.
• Understanding of metallic structures and metal processes and properties required.
• Ability to lead and mentor structures apprentices.
• Aircraft structures experience on DHC‑2, DHC‑3(T) and DHC‑6 an asset.
• Manufacturing experience an asset.

About Harbour Air Aerospace Services Ltd.

Our Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) was created almost 30 years ago and most recently went by the name Aeroflite International Services Ltd. It is recognized around the world as one of the leading authorities of the DeHavilland product. Department wide, our people have been working on and around aircraft for close to a millennium. We are extraordinarily proud of our Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM) who was honoured in Wings magazine as one of the ‘Top 20 under 40’.

About Harbour Air Group

Launched in 1982, Harbour Air is North America’s largest seaplane airline. With around 500 employees, it flies more than half a million passengers annually both within BC and to/from Seattle, USA. Our people are the backbone of our organization, and we are committed to creating a culture that inspires one another to achieve extraordinary success. We have regularly been honored as the recipient of numerous awards including BC’s Top 55 Employers, and Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

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Deadline: Open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Harbour Air is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion and value a diverse workforce. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and communities we serve.

Harbour Air is committed to developing a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation in relation to the job selection process is available upon request. If you require any accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.