aircraft mechanic

Government of Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Mississauga is seeking skilled aircraft maintenance professionals responsible for adjusting, inspecting, and repairing aircraft systems. Applicants must have a trades certificate or diploma and experience troubleshooting various mechanical systems. This position requires a valid driver's licence, the ability to handle physically demanding tasks, and the capacity to perform work on-site, with no remote options available.

Benefits

Dental plan

Group insurance benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• Must have 3 to less than 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Valid driver's licence is required.
• Own transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair aircraft systems according to standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and document work done.
• Troubleshoot various aircraft systems.

Skills

Adjusting and repairing aircraft systems

Inspecting structural and mechanical systems

Troubleshooting aircraft systems

Maintaining detailed records

Interpreting blueprints/specifications

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• At heights
• Confined spaces

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• Inspect maintenance work done by aircraft mechanics
• Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Repair and overhaul to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Troubleshoot aircraft hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural systems
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing modification of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Perform and document routine maintenance
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Interpret blueprints/specifications/standards and written technical instructions

Experience and specialization Type of product

• Power tools

Structural repair experience - aircraft

• Aircraft structures - general
• Aircraft sheet metal structures
• Aircraft composite structures

Type of industry experience

• Aircraft manufacturing
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities