Aircraft Maintenance Technician – (CAT 38) - Avionics

AIR CANADA; Dorval; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air Canada travel privileges

Health and dental care

Training and development tools

Job summary

Air Canada in Montreal is seeking a permanent, full-time Aircraft Technician to maintain aircraft airframes at our Montreal maintenance center. The role requires a Transport Canada AME-E license or apprenticeship with 2+ years of experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining airframes, reading schematics, and using diagnostic tools and computers in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Night shifts and weekend work are required; bilingual candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program and/or have at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (mandatory).
• Possession of a valid driver's license (mandatory).
• Ability to successfully pass the pre-employment qualification exam, a physical examination, and a security background check.
• Available to work nights, evenings, and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass and obtain a airside vehicle operator's permit (mandatory).
• Possession of a restricted radio operator's permit (aviation).
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability to support the overall success of the team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable transport security clearances and other additional accreditations.
• Air Canada's medical standards must be met to qualify for this position.
• Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including drug and alcohol screening, and must be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country concerned at the time the job offer is made.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft airframes.

Skills

Reading schematics

Team player & communication

Computer & diagnostic tools

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship program

Transport Canada AME-E license

Valid driver's license

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Computers

Job description

Location: Montreal, QC, Canada (On-site)

Salary: Based on experience

• Junior mechanic: $32.83/hour
• Aircraft maintenance technician: up to $46.59/hour

Department: Technical Operations

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Shift Premium: Night - $2.50 for each hour worked between 11 PM and 7 AM

Being part of Air Canada is being part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked best airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the cutting edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is currently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the permanent, full-time position of Aircraft Technician at our Montreal maintenance center.

Aircraft technicians are responsible for maintaining aircraft airframes and must possess the following skills:

• Ability to use the proper tools, methods, techniques, and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance.
• Candidates must be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient with computers and diagnostic tools.
• Candidates must be team players, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to maintain a customer-oriented attitude in a demanding and high-stress environment.
• They must also be able to work independently, utilizing telephone and computer resources. Self-motivation and self-confidence are assets.

Please take 2 minutes to watch the following video with more information on the role of aircraft technician/aircraft maintenance technician: https://vimeo.com/1086935283/87320bbc10

Your Benefits

As one of Canada's leading employers, we want to ensure our employees are well rewarded with a range of benefits:

• Air Canada staff love to travel, and we have one of the most generous travel programs in the industry for our employees. You and eligible dependents will be entitled to travel privileges after completing twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• We value your well-being, which is why we offer a wide range of benefit plans, including health and dental care, for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program and/or have at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (mandatory).
• Possession of a valid driver's license (mandatory).
• Ability to successfully pass the pre-employment qualification exam, a physical examination, and a security background check.
• Available to work nights, evenings, and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass and obtain a airside vehicle operator's permit (mandatory).
• Possession of a restricted radio operator's permit (aviation).
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability to support the overall success of the team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable transport security clearances and other additional accreditations. Please consult the Transport Canada website for for more details.
• Employees occupying this position perform safety-critical work, and as such, Air Canada's medical standards must be met to qualify for this position. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including drug and alcohol screening, and must be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country concerned at the time the job offer is made. The search for any necessary work permits/visas or other authorizations is the sole responsibility of candidates for this position.

Selection will be made in accordance with Letter of Understanding 13 of the current collective agreement.

Assets

• Air Canada aircraft type endorsements.
• Current security clearance.

Language Requirements

All things being equal, 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 workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to our company's success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diverse applications so that we can build a workforce that is varied and representative of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.