AME (aircraft maintenance engineer), rotorcraft

Helijet; White Rock; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in British Columbia is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of aircraft systems. The ideal candidate will have a trade certificate, relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include inspecting, adjusting, and repairing aircraft systems while maintaining compliance with safety standards. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in various conditions. Benefits include insurance coverage, paid training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Paramedical services coverage

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Free parking available

Learning / training paid by employer

On-site amenities

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Experience in troubleshooting aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and repair aircraft systems according to specifications.
• Inspect and ensure compliance with standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and document repairs.

Skills

Accurate

Client focus

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Tools

Job description

• Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years
• At heights
• Confined spaces
• All weather conditions

Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• 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
• 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
• Perform and document routine maintenance
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Interpret blueprints / specifications / standards and written technical instructions
• Inspect and evaluate material and equipment for compliance to standards

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office
• Small turbine helicopter

Type of industry experience

• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Airport security clearance

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools / equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Travel insurance

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Maintenance Engineer • bc, ca | ca, British Columbia, Canada