Ground Support Equipment Technician – (CAT 23)

Air Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian airline in Toronto is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic for a permanent full-time role. The position involves providing maintenance for various airport ground operations equipment and requires a valid provincial license and at least one year of experience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude in a demanding environment. Benefits include staff travel privileges and health insurance. Join a vibrant team and contribute to the aviation sector.

Benefits

Staff travel privileges

Health and dental benefits

Training and development tools

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in the trade.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability in a fast-paced environment.
• Meet Air Canada medical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe preventive and repair maintenance.
• Read and understand schematic diagrams for troubleshooting.
• Be a team player in a high-stress environment.

Skills

Maintenance of ground support equipment

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Communication skills

Customer-focused attitude

Education

High School diploma

Valid provincial license/endorsement

Job description

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada (Onsite)

Starting Salary: $39.12/hour

Branch: Airports Canada & CX Strategy

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is presently looking for a dynamic individual to fill a permanent full‑time position as a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic.

Required Skills & Responsibilities

• Provide safe preventive and repair maintenance to a wide variety of equipment used within airport ground operations in accordance with all applicable regulations and codes.
• Knowledge of drive trains, diesel and gasoline engines. Working knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems, metal fabrication and welding would be an asset.
• Read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient with computers and diagnostic tools.
• Be a team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills and maintain a customer‑focused attitude in a demanding, high‑stress environment.

Benefits

• Air Canada staff travel privileges, including eligibility after 28 weeks of service.
• Health and dental benefit plans for employees and their families.
• Training and development tools to help unlock your full potential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Valid provincial license/endorsement as an Automotive Service Technician, Heavy Duty, or Truck and Coach, or Red Seal Program recognition.
• At least one (1) year of experience in the trade.
• Successfully pass the pre‑employment qualifying exam.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability in a fast‑paced environment.
• Meet Air Canada medical standards, including a medical evaluation, drug and alcohol testing, and be free of intoxicating substances.
• Eligible to work in Canada and responsible for any required permits or visas.
• Obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations.

Assets

• Inter‑Provincial Red Seal preferred, but not required.
• Advanced Fuel Injection & Diesel Engine Tune‑Up certificates/licenses.
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration certificates/licenses.
• Propane Fuel Systems certificates/licenses.
• Automotive Inspection certificates/licenses.
• Previous experience maintaining mobile ground power, air conditioners (up to 110 ton), air start units (compressors up to 250 cfm), and farm or heavy‑industrial equipment.
• Current security clearance.

Linguistic Requirements: Preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment that highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals and strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.