Technical Services Technologist Trainee - Sault Ste Marie

NAV CANADA; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NAV CANADA is seeking a Technical Services Technologist Trainee in Sault Ste. Marie. This role involves providing electronic maintenance for air navigation systems, supporting critical operations, and collaborating across Canada. Ideal candidates will have a secondary school diploma and relevant technical qualifications, with a focus on teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

Career-long training

Diverse opportunities

Competitive salaries

Attractive pension

Industry-leading benefits

Qualifications

• Recent and relevant coursework is desirable.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Some lifting required.

Responsibilities

• Provides electronic maintenance services on complex systems.
• Supports and maintains critical systems for air traffic movement.
• Collaborates to keep navigation and communication systems operational.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences, Electronics Engineering Technology

Job description

Job Posting Title: Technical Services Technologist Trainee - Sault Ste Marie

Job Category: Employee in Training/Student

Language Requirements: English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type: On site / Sur place

Posting End Date: 2025-06-11

Job Grade: ANS-TEC-0

Pay Range: $54,864 - $88,499

Job Summary: Provides electronic maintenance services on complex systems and equipment essential to the provision of a safe and reliable Air Navigation System (ANS). Performs related duties within the designated area of responsibility.

Job Description: Join a team of technologists working with leading-edge Air Navigation Service (ANS) technology. Make a difference in air navigation safety by working with some of the most advanced equipment and systems in the world. Support and maintain critical systems required for safe and efficient air traffic movement. Collaborate across Canada to keep navigation, surveillance, communications, and air traffic management systems operational under all conditions. NAV CANADA offers career-long training, diverse opportunities, competitive salaries, an attractive pension, and industry-leading benefits.

Basic Requirements to Apply:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent and a recognized diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences, Electronics Engineering Technology, or an equivalent program, completed within the last 10 years, or equivalent work experience.
• A valid driver’s license,
• Some lifting required

Desired Qualities:

• Good communication skills
• Enjoyment of teamwork
• Recent and relevant coursework
• Customer service focus
• Creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Understanding of NAV CANADA’s core business and safety focus

The role does not require prior aviation sector experience.

Note:

NAV CANADA provides a training salary ranging from approximately $54,864 to $88,499, based on qualifications and experience. Upon successful training completion, salary range increases to $85,967 to $117,325, with further increases as experience and classification levels grow. Some travel may be required.

NAV CANADA values diversity and encourages applicants who may not meet every listed requirement to apply, emphasizing a culture of learning and growth. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Candidates must meet security requirements and be legally eligible to work in Canada. Pre-employment drug screening is required for safety-sensitive or critical positions.