AME Crew Chief - Montreal

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Crew Chief in Quebec City. The role involves supervising maintenance crews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing maintenance on various aircraft. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to operational excellence and safety.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed AME.
• Ability to supervise and train AMEs and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee activities of the maintenance crew.
• Lead and mentor apprentices and mechanics.
• Perform maintenance activities according to airworthiness standards.

Skills

Supervision

Troubleshooting

Communication

Decision Making

Time Management

Education

Transport Canada AME M or E license

Tools

ATR42/72

DHC-8

BAE146

RJ85/100

D228

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. Additionally, you will 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 to support our growing client base, 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 safety regulations and fostering a safe, respectful working environment.
2. Lead and mentor apprentices and mechanics, including conducting performance reviews and ensuring all maintenance alerts and memos are understood and followed.
3. Communicate and liaise with maintenance, flight crew, and dispatch teams as required.
4. Perform maintenance activities according to airworthiness standards, ensuring all paperwork is complete and accurate before handing back to the Crew Chief.
5. Identify potential Service Difficulty Report (SDR) situations and report them to the Maintenance Controller.
6. Troubleshoot faulty systems, determine rectification courses, and conduct hangar clean-up.
7. Carry out aircraft maintenance releases as authorized by the individual Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA).
8. Travel with aircraft and crew if assigned away from base for extended periods.
9. Act as temporary Maintenance Controller if instructed by the Director of Maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed AME, preferably with larger aircraft.
• Possess Transport Canada AME M or E license or both, with the ability to hold an ACA.
• Hold necessary endorsements for the aircraft types worked on.
• Experience working on ATR42/72, DHC-8, BAE146, RJ85/100, D228 aircraft is an asset.
• Ability to supervise and train AMEs and foster apprentices toward licensing.
• Attention to detail, with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Effective decision-making, time management, and computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to promote a positive, goal-oriented culture.

Working Conditions:

• Nightshift/Dayshift – 14 days on, 14 days off, 5pm-5am/5am-5pm
• Based in Montreal

Additional Information

Summit Air, part of the Ledcor Group, provides customized aviation solutions across Canada, supporting cargo, passenger, and recreational flights in the North and beyond. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com

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

We offer a competitive total rewards package supporting your wellbeing and opportunities for skill development.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. For more about our initiatives, visit our I&D page. Adjustments are available throughout our hiring process; please request in advance via email.

Location: Quebec City, QC