Furnshing Technician

WestJet Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night Shift Premium

Overtime pay

AOG Pay

Savings Plan with company match

Travel Privileges

Comprehensive benefits

PPE Allowance

Tool Allowance

Uniform Allotment

Profit Share

Owner’s Performance Award

Career Advancement

Job summary

WestJet Group is seeking a Furnishing Technician to maintain and repair aircraft interiors on our Boeing 787, 737NG, 737 MAX and Q400 fleets. You'll work in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment, applying troubleshooting skills and collaborating with AMEs, Operations, and planning teams.

This role offers a 5‑rotation schedule (day, afternoon, night), competitive wages with night shift premium and overtime, comprehensive benefits, travel privileges, and ongoing technical training within

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience with aircraft interiors and removal/re-installation.
• CAMC or CCAA certification required.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada (must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process).
• Proven technical aptitude and strong experience troubleshooting and time management skills.
• Experience with Boeing 787, 737NG, 737 MAX and Q400 interiors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fix interior snags in Boeing 787, 737NG, 737 MAX, and Q400 aircraft.
• Liaise with Operations Managers, Operational Leads, and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) for scheduled and irregular maintenance, and clearing of deferred maintenance.
• Perform all work assigned in accordance with the Maintenance Procedures Manual (MPM).
• Coordinate with the planning department to develop work scope for heavy check packages.
• Coordinate with the Stores Department to obtain parts for repairs of interior components.
• Ensure safety is priority including maintaining a tidy workspace.
• Assign work to Furnishing Apprentices.
• Perform duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Aircraft interiors

Troubleshooting

Time management

Safety focus

Education

CAMC/CCAA certification

Job description

Join our highly skilled team as a Furnishing Technician and contribute to the safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft- Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400). As a Furnishing Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority. As part of our team, you’ll embody teamwork and integrity while upholding WestJet's core values.

WestJet offers industry-leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice:

• Night Shift Premium of $2.00/hour
• Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period)
• AOG Pay of 1.5 for duration of AOG trips (including non-working hours)
• Our WestJet Savings Plan includes a company match of 20% with options to contribute to an RRSP, TFSA, or Cash Savings Plan, providing flexibility and choice based on employees’ individual investing goals
• Travel Privileges, including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner, as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages
• Comprehensive, flexible Employee Benefits including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance, and ADD, STD, and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage)
• PPE Allowance, Tool Allowance, and Uniform Allotment
• Profit Share and Owner’s Performance Award
• A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons, and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority)
• Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department
• A fun and friendly culture with the opportunity to work alongside some of the best AME’s in the industry

Key deliverables include:

• Fix interior snags in Boeing 787,737NG, 737 MAX, and Q400 aircraft
• Liaise with Operations Managers, Operational Leads, and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) for scheduled and irregular maintenance, and clearing of deferred maintenance
• Perform all work assigned in accordance with the instruction and procedures described in the Maintenance Procedures Manual (MPM)
• Coordinate with the planning department to develop work scope for heavy check packages
• Coordinate with the Stores Department to obtain parts for repairs of interior components
• Ensure safety is priority including maintaining a tidy workspace
• Assign work to Furnishing Apprentices
• Perform duties and tasksas assigned

Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience with aircraft interiors, removal and re-installation is required
• Boeing overhaul and line and/or interior maintenance experience an asset
• Possession of CAMC or CCAA certification is required
• Legally entitled to work in Canada(must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process)
• Proven technical aptitude and strong experience troubleshooting and time management skills
• Working knowledge of the illustrated parts catalogue, aircraft applicability and service bulletins
• The physical ability to lift 62lbs and be able to sit, kneel and stand for extended periods of time

Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:

• Obtain andmaintaina Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) issued by Transport Canada
• Obtain andmaintainAirside Vehicle Operators Permits (AVOP). Must have a valid Driver’sLicenceand a clean driver’s abstract
• Complete a pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fitness for the positionincluding audiometric testing
• Produce a clear police backgroundand criminal record check
• Pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening testfor substances including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis