composite repair technician - aircraft

Government of Canada; Laval; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Laval for vital maintenance and repair tasks on aircraft. Applicants need an AME «S» Licence and a background in aircraft structures. This physically demanding role includes detailed inspections and adjustments to aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, financial advantages, and team-building opportunities, highlighting the commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Long-term care insurance

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience required.
• AME «S» Licence - Structures is mandatory.
• Experience in aircraft structures and composite structures needed.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and repair aircraft systems as per specifications.
• Inspect structural and mechanical systems to meet standards.
• Maintain detailed repair and inspection records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy

Responsibilities Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
• Interpret blueprints/specifications/standards and written technical instructions

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AME «S» Licence - Structures

Experience and specialization Structural repair experience - aircraft

• Aircraft structures - general
• Aircraft composite structures

Type of industry experience

• Aircraft manufacturing
• Commercial air carrier
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Drug test

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance