Apprentice S

Avmax Careers - Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avmax is seeking Apprentices to join their MRO team in Calgary. The role involves assisting with aircraft repairs under supervision, maintaining a clean work area, and adhering to all safety procedures. Successful candidates will possess strong aircraft knowledge and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a unique opportunity for those looking to launch their career in the aviation industry within a supportive and diverse team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Optimal benefits plan

Pension plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Avmax's Maintenance Policy Manual is mandatory.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean condition.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs on aircraft as assigned under supervision.
• Complete regulatory and company paperwork accurately.
• Report job status updates and equipment defects to Crew Chief.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Professionalism

Team Player

Education

Strong fundamental aircraft knowledge

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

Location: Calgary, AB

Division/Department: MRO

Available vacancies: Multiple

About Avmax:

Avmax is a diverse company offering every product and service related to aviation. We have locations, operations, and deployment worldwide.

Our vision at Avmax Group Inc. ("Avmax") is to simplify our customers' aviation needs through dependable, globally integrated services with trusted results. Established in 1976, our locations include: Calgary (HQ) and Vancouver in Canada, Great Falls and Jacksonville in the USA, Nairobi in Kenya, and N'Djamena in Chad.

Avmax offers the following capabilities: Aircraft Leasing, Airline Operations, Avionics, Component Repairs, Engineering, MRO, Paint and Spares. Avmax's engineering division is a Transport Canada authorized Design Approval Organization (DAO). Avmax's maintenance division is a Transport Canada authorized Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO).

Why work at Avmax?

Avmax has a diverse workforce with opportunity for growth and career advancements. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, flexibility, work-life balance and a friendly working environment.

We are proud of our work and commitment to create one of the leading workforce, products and services in the Aviation industry.

About the Role

Reporting

The Apprentice S reports directly to the Crew Chief.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Attitude
• Problem-solving
• Professionalism
• Team Player

Key Performance Indicators / Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, and/or modifications on customers on customer aircraft as assigned to them under supervision by a technician or Crew Chief
• Complete required regulatory and company paperwork and ensure that paperwork is up to date and accurate and maintain integrity of all issued documents.
• Provide regular job status updates and report all defects and work stoppages to Crew Chief.
• Report unserviceable equipment to assigned Crew Chief.
• Notify Crew Chief of all defects discovered during maintenance.

Qualifications

• Review and be fully familiarized with all aspects of Avmax's Maintenance Policy Manual and General Procedures Manual. Compliance with both manual's policy and procedure are mandatory.
• Possess strong fundamental aircraft knowledge.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with other individuals throughout the organization.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Ensure that all maintenance and safety precautions are observed when carrying out assigned activities.
• Promote company values, vision, and mission.
• Attend training courses as directed by company management.
• Continuous Improvement recommendations.

Experience

• Dash 8 experience is considered an asset.

Our recruitment commitments:

• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Depending on qualifications, selected candidates may be offered a role at a more appropriate level.
• Avmax Group offers a competitive compensation package including an optimal benefits plan and pension plan.
• Avmax Group Inc. is dedicated to, and prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all of our employees. Avmax Group Inc. has specific policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices on the basis of the protected grounds dictated by Canadian legislation. We therefore encourage applications from qualified Aboriginal Canadians, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
• Avmax will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your HR Representative. Information relating to the needs for accommodation measure will be addressed confidentially.
• In order to be in compliance with the law, employees must be legally eligible to work in Canada.