Aircraft Mechanic

Talentify; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Abbotsford is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic for a long-term, full-time contracting position. The role involves heavy maintenance and conversions of Q400 aircraft for aerial firefighting. Candidates need at least 2 years of heavy maintenance experience and familiarity with Dash 8 Q400. The company offers a stable work environment with flexible hours and a positive culture for contractors. Salary ranges from $52.50 to $55.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of heavy maintenance experience required.
• Advantageous to have Dash 8 Q400 endorsement.
• Experience in northern regions like Yukon is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance checks and repairs on aircraft.
• Conduct engine checks, wheel changes, and structural inspections.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure aircraft functionality.

Skills

Heavy maintenance experience

Experience with Dash 8 Q400

Tools

Basic tooling

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic

We are seeking a dedicated Aircraft Mechanic to join our team working on an aircraft conversion program and heavy maintenance. This role primarily focuses on converting Q400 aircraft for aerial firefighting, involving basic mechanical tasks such as engine checks, wheel changes, structural inspections, and repairs. This is a long-term, full-time contracting position with opportunities to work in different divisions and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance checks and repairs on aircraft.
• Conduct engine checks, wheel changes, and structural inspections.
• Participate in aircraft conversions to aerial firefighting models.
• Collaborate with team members and lead hands to ensure aircraft functionality.
• Bring basic tooling for maintenance tasks.
• Adapt to rotating team leads and work cohesively with diverse teams.

Essential Skills

• 2 years of heavy maintenance experience.
• Experience with Dash 8 Q400 and other regional turbo props.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Dash 8 Q400 endorsement is advantageous.
• Experience in northern regions such as Yukon and NW territories is beneficial.
• 5+ years experience with 737 aircraft.
• Experience with line maintenance and aircraft interiors.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and consistent work environment with year-round activity. Enjoy a positive culture where contractors and permanent staff are valued equally, and benefit from flexible work hours. Our company is the largest in the Q400 space, offering diverse aircraft exposure. Located in Abbotsford, you will have access to a range of outdoor activities. We prioritize hiring full-time staff from our pool of contractors.

Work Environment

The team consists of a lead hand, multiple mechanics, contractors, avionics specialists, and structures technicians working collaboratively. Shifts are typically Monday to Friday, with 10-hour days from 6AM to 4:15PM, occasionally including overtime on Saturdays. Basic tooling is required, and you will work under rotating team leads.

Please submit resumes to ***[e-mail]*** for immediate response and consideration

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.50 - $55.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Abbotsford, BC.

Equal opportunity employer statement: Aerotek does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.