Mechanic's Helper

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Air in Yellowknife, NT is hiring a Mechanic’s Helper to assist in maintenance and repair of aircraft ground service equipment and facility systems. The role supports a fast-paced aviation operation and requires strong technical aptitude and a reliable work ethic.

The candidate will participate in routine upkeep, diagnostics, and basic repairs, with opportunities to collaborate with leading teams within the Ledcor family.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years experience in a maintenance shop environment.
• Experience servicing and repairing motorized vehicles and industrial equipment is an asset.
• Problem-Solving skills and strong technical aptitude are essential.
• Ability to take direction and learn quickly; solid verbal, written and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs aircraft ground service equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
• Performs troubleshooting of aircraft ground support equipment on scheduled and unscheduled basis.
• Performs immediate repairs and preventative maintenance on company equipment.
• Maintains and repairs facilities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Keeps Equipment Status Report and updates service intervals.
• Liaises with vendors and secures favorable pricing; initiates purchase orders.
• Keeps tools and support equipment in safe, operational condition and maintains a clean work area.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Strong Work Ethic

Learn Quickly

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Summit Air is currently hiring for a Mechanic’s Helper to join the team in Yellowknife, NT!

The Mechanic’s Helper will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of industrial aircraft ground service equipment, as well as general facilities maintenance.

Join the Summit Air team in Yellowknife, NT Today!

Click the link below to see what it’s like to work with Summit Air:

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Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintains and repairs aircraft ground service equipment in a safe, efficient manner.


• Performs troubleshooting of aircraft ground support equipment on a scheduled/unscheduled basis.


• Performs immediate repairs and preventative maintenance on company equipment.


• Maintains and makes repairs to facilities in a safe and efficient manner


• Maintains Equipment status report along with updating equipment service intervals.


• Liaises with vendors and secures favorable pricing of parts and services; initiates purchase orders.


• Keeps tools and support equipment in safe and operational working condition while maintaining a clean work environment.

Qualifications:

• 0-4 years experience in a maintenance shop environment


• Experience in servicing and repairing motorized vehicles and industrial equipment an asset


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Problem-Solving Skills/Strong Technical Aptitude/Strong Work Ethic/Ability to take direction and learn quickly/Strong verbal, written and computer skills


• Ability to work well with others and alone


• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

Additional Information

Summit Air, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers customized fleet and aviation solutions safely and reliably to support Canada's North and beyond. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo, to transferring passengers, to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North, we are a one-stop solution. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor.

For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process.

Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.