AME Crew Chief - Montreal

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Crew Chief in Montreal. The role involves supervising maintenance crews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing aircraft maintenance. Join a recognized workplace culture that values diversity and offers a competitive rewards package.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill and knowledge development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed AME, preferably with larger aircraft.
• Ability to supervise and train AMEs and apprentices towards attaining an AME license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee activities of the maintenance crew.
• Lead and mentor apprentices and mechanics.
• Perform maintenance activities following airworthiness standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Time management

Communication

Education

Transport Canada AME M or E license

Job description

Description

As the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Crew Chief, you will be responsible for providing direction and supervision to AMEs and Apprentices to ensure the maintenance crew performs activities as planned in conjunction with the Maintenance Controller. You will also perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft listed in the Summit Air Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO), and carry out aircraft certification for flight (maintenance release).

Summit Air, headquartered in Yellowknife, NWT, operates across Canada, specializing in passenger charters, cargo transport, and customized flight solutions for industry-leading clients with a legacy of excellence in northern and remote aviation. As we expand our fleet in Quebec and enter new markets, we are seeking a local AME Crew Chief to join our team. If you are committed to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a better time to join our industry-leading team. Apply today!

Click the link below to see what it’s like to work with Summit Air:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC-W5h3r5Ec&t=2s

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Plan, direct, and oversee activities of the maintenance crew, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and practices, while promoting a safe and respectful working environment.
2. Lead and mentor apprentices and mechanics, including conducting regular performance reviews, and ensuring all maintenance alerts and memos are read, understood, and followed.
3. Communicate and liaise with maintenance, flight crew, and dispatch teams as required.
4. Perform maintenance activities following airworthiness standards, and ensure all paperwork for tasks is complete and accurate before handing back to the Crew Chief.
5. Identify potential Service Difficulty Report (SDR) situations and report to the Maintenance Controller.
6. Troubleshoot faulty systems to determine rectification, and conduct hangar clean-up.
7. Carry out aircraft maintenance releases as authorized by individual Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA).
8. Travel with aircraft and crew if assigned away from base for an extended period, as required.
9. Act as temporary Maintenance Controller if instructed by the Director of Maintenance.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed AME, preferably with larger aircraft.
2. Possess Transport Canada AME M or E license, or both, with the ability to hold ACA.
3. Hold necessary endorsements for aircraft types on which crews will work.
4. Experience with ATR42/72, DHC-8, BAE146, RJ85/100, D228 aircraft is an asset.
5. Ability to supervise and train AMEs and apprentices towards attaining an AME license.
6. Attention to detail, with proven ability to prioritize and multitask, along with troubleshooting and analytical skills.
7. Strong observational, decision-making, and time management skills, plus proficient computer skills.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fostering a positive, goal-oriented work culture.

Working Conditions

1. Night shift/Day shift – 14 days on, 14 days off, from 5 pm to 5 am or 5 am to 5 pm.
2. Based in Montreal.

Additional Information

Summit Air, part of the Ledcor Group, provides tailored fleet and aviation solutions to support Canada's North and beyond. We operate one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry, offering cargo, passenger, and recreational flights. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com.

Our workplace culture is recognized among Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We offer a competitive total rewards package supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, along with exciting opportunities for skill and knowledge development.

Employment Equity

Ledcor is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. For inclusion and diversity initiatives and accommodations, please visit our I&D page and contact us in advance via email.

Location: Montreal, QC