Citation 550 Mechanic (AME/A&P)

Coulson Aviation PTY; Port Alberni; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking licensed Aircraft Mechanics to join their dynamic team. This role involves maintaining and inspecting Citation 550 aircraft, ensuring safety and compliance while providing mentorship to junior staff. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers a rotational schedule allowing you to live anywhere in Canada or the USA, flying you to and from work. Join a company with a rich history in aerial firefighting and contribute to impactful projects in a supportive and inclusive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about aviation and looking for a rewarding career.

Benefits

Employer paid extended health benefits

5% matching pension plan or 401K plan

Rotational schedule with equal time at home/off work

Qualifications

• Licensed Aircraft Mechanics with 2 years experience on Citation business jets.
• Current Transport Canada or FAA A&P license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and defect rectification on fleet aircraft.
• Troubleshoot structural, mechanical, or hydraulic systems of aircraft.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Supervision

Mechanical Experience

Education

Transport Canada or FAA A&P License

Tools

Computerized Aircraft Maintenance Program (CAMP)

Job description

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About Coulson Aviation
Coulson Aviation is a global aerial firefighting company that operates in Canada, the USA, Australia, and Chile. We operate with a fleet of large aerial firefighting aircraft consisting of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With our fleet, we can run rapid aerial fire suppression, including initial attack and extended attack protocols. We are a growing organization that has been in business for 65 years.

Due to our company growth and expanding footprint, we are looking to add to our team and hire licensed Aircraft Mechanics. There is NO RELOCATION REQUIREMENT for this opportunity. Candidates can live anywhere in Canada or USA. We will fly you to work and back home.

What We’re Looking For
We are looking for licensed Aircraft Mechanics to join our Citation fleet aircraft team. This individual will be responsible for planning and performing maintenance, inspections, and defect rectification on fleet aircraft. The technician will possess demonstrated mechanical experience on Citation 550 aircraft and is responsible for inspecting and documenting completed maintenance on aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on aircraft for which suitably licensed.
• Provide on the job mentoring for unlicensed AME’s and apprentices under their control.
• Manage the ordering of spares, components, and materials as required for a specific maintenance task and ensure all tools and equipment meet calibration requirements and are in good working order prior to use.
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical, or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to current data and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).
• Assist in planning, oversee and execute heavy maintenance projects.
• Liaise between avionics, structures and maintenance teams to streamline and coordinate workflow during heavy checks.
• Ensure work sheets, logs, tracking updates and other required records are complete and submitted in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Current Transport Canada or valid FAA A&P license.
• 2 years maintenance experience on Citation business jets.
• Supervision and previous heavy check experience.
• Previous experience using Computerized Aircraft Maintenance Program (CAMP) a bonus.
• Citation type course or GenFam course would be considered an asset.

Benefits

• Employer paid extended health benefits and access to a 5% matching pension plan or 401K plan.
• Rotational schedule with equal time at home/off work.
• NO RELOCATION REQUIREMENT (live anywhere in Canada or USA, you fly with your aircraft).

Compensation for this position will be competitive with market rates and based on experience.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any element of the job application process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Airlines and Aviation