Structures Technician

Coulson Group of Companies; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time or rotational schedule

No relocation required

Job summary

Coulson Aviation is seeking Structures Technicians to maintain or modify aircraft to aviation standards. You will perform sheet metal and composite repairs, read drawings, and ensure accurate records while adhering to safety and quality requirements.

This role offers a choice of full-time or rotational schedules, with no relocation requirement. Travel within Canada and internationally may be required based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret manuals, drawings and technical data.
• Experience in aviation component maintenance is a plus.
• Good hand skills and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Perform sheet metal and composite repairs to aircraft components.
• Read and interpret drawings and technical data.
• Follow instructions and work to industry standards.
• Maintain a tidy work area and accurate records.
• Travel and work in and outside of Canada as needed.
• Submit work sheets and logs in a timely manner.

Skills

Sheet metal repairs

Composite repairs

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willing to travel

Education

AME (S) rating

Tools

ICS training

Job description

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.

Due to our company growth and expanding footprint, we are looking to add Structures Technicians to our team.

WHAT WE’R LOOKING FOR:

The Structures Technician maintains or modifies different types of aircraft to aviation standards. The incumbent possess the ability to:

• Perform sheet metal and composite repairs to aircraft components.
• Provide high quality workmanship with attention to detail.
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Follow instruction and work to industry standards.
• Maintain a tidy work area and be able to keep accurate work records.
• Open to the idea of travel and working in and outside of Canada.
• Ensure work sheets, logs, tracking updates and other required records are complete and submitted in a timely manner.

REQUIREMENTS:

• AME (S) rated is preferred, however all levels of experience will be considered.
• Approved training course completed is preferred (ICS also accepted).
• Interpret Manuals/Drawings/Technical Data/Process standards.
• Good hand skills.
• Communication (spoken and written) take direction.
• Ability to work at heights and confined spaces.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Reliable and punctual.

BENEFITS:

• Choice of full-time or rotational schedule with equal time at home/off work.
• Although preferred, there is NO RELOCATION REQUIREMENT for this opportunity.

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.