AME Avionics - Calgary

WestJet Group; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night Shift Premium

Travel Privileges

Health benefits

PPE & Tool Allowance

RRSP/TFSA options

Profit sharing

Job summary

WestJet Group is seeking an Avionics Technician to contribute to safe, efficient daily maintenance of our Boeing 737NG, 787 and Q400 fleets. You will work in a fast-paced environment, applying troubleshooting skills while prioritizing safety and teamwork.

Join a culture that values integrity and offers career advancement within WestJet's Technical Operations. Rotational shifts (day, afternoon, night) with premium pay structures and competitive benefits await.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada (E) Licence required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience on Boeing 737/787 or Q400 preferred.
• Proven electrical, navigation and flight controls aptitude.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Radio Licence required within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to lift 62 lbs and work in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily avionics maintenance on WestJet fleet.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose avionics faults.
• Uphold safety standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with AMEs and maintenance team.
• Engage in ongoing training and career development.

Skills

TC Licence

737/787/Q400 exp

Electrical skills

Safety compliance

Shift flexibility

Tools

Maintenance software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Looking for the ideal aviation career? Join our highly skilled team as an Avionics Technician and contribute to the safe an efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft-Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400).

As an Avionics Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority. As part of our team, you’ll embody teamwork and integrity while upholding WestJet's core values.

WestJet offers industry leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice:

Benefits

• ACA Premiums starting at 7%, increasing 1% every 3 years to a maximum of 11%
• Night Shift Premium of $20/hour
• Fuel Tank Entry Premium of $7.00/hour
• Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period)
• AOG Pay of 1.5 for duration of AOG trips (including non-working hours)
• Our WestJet Savings Plan includes a company match of 20% with options to contribute to an RRSP, TFSA or Cash Savings Plan, providing flexibility and choice based on employees’ individual investing goals
• Travel Privileges including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages
• Comprehensive, flexible Employee Benefits including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance and ADD, STD and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage)
• PPE Allowance, Tool Allowance and Uniform Allotment
• Profit Share and Owner’s Performance Award
• A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority)
• Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department
• A fun and friendly culture with the opportunity to work alongside some of the best AME’s in the industry

Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements:

Requirements

• Valid Transport Canada (E)Licence required
• Minimum 2-years’ experience and/or endorsed on Boeing 737and/or 787 and/or Q400, or equivalent type of aircraft preferred
• Proven technical aptitude and strongexperience with electrical, navigation and flight controls required
• Legally entitled to work in Canada(must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process)
• Radio Licence required within 6 months of employment
• The physical ability to lift 6 2 lbs and sit, kneel and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, and working at heights
• Ability to maintain a positive fit test to wear all safety and protective equipment including (but not limited to) respirator apparatus
• Flexibility to work shift work (night shifts, weekends and holidays) including overtime when necessary
• Must be able to travel for situations where base coverage and/or rescue tripsare required
• Strong computer knowledge and skills using various Maintenance programs and Microsoft Office Applications

Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:

Conditions of Employment

• Obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) issued by Transport Canada
• Obtain and maintain Airside Vehicle Operators Permits (AVOP). Must have a valid Driver’s Licence and a clean driver’s abstract
• Pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fit for positionincluding audiometric testing
• Clear police backgroundand criminal record check
• Offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis

* This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

** Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications that exceed the minimum requirements.

Join us and embark on a rewarding journey with the WestJet Group.