Technologist - Aviation

Position Information Position Title Technologist - Aviation Posting Type Permanent End Date (if applicable) Classification Title FT Support Staff I Pay Band I Min Salary $41.20 Max Salary $47.57 Position Summary In partnership with the Maintenance Professors and Quality Assurance Manager, and under the supervision of the Aviation Programs Manager, the incumbent Performs a variety of technical support functions associated with and central to the delivery of the Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance program. These technical support functions may include but are not limited to:
* Preparing workshops and laboratories for the conducting of workshop classes;
* Ensuring all training aids are clean, organized and in such condition so as to ensure effective conduct of the workshop labs and classes;
* Fabrication of training aids;
* Maintaining training support equipment in such condition so as to ensure effective conduct of the workshop labs and classes;
* Ensuring workshop training aids as requested by the professors are available in a timely manner;
* Providing assistance to the students during workshop laboratory training sessions, in the form of instruction on the use of equipment, accomplishment of projects and safety procedures;
* Ensuring the quality and regulatory compliance of the Training organization through the use of the established progressive audits (facilitating the quality assurance program);
* Conducting and/or acting as facilitator to shop/Laboratory classes and maintenance of maintenance training aircraft and Test Cell equipment;
* Researching, compiling, and recommending parts/equipment needs that support the maintenance professors and student learning. Including purchase and distribution as approved by the Person Responsible for Training and the Associate Dean.

Ensure a safe training and learning environment in hangar and shop areas

Make recommendations regarding the acquisitions of training equipment for class completions and safety requirements

Assist with coordination of activities related to aircraft/hangar operations

Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administration to achieve organizational goals and to help create positive team dynamics Location/Campus Thunder Bay Campus Education Minimum level of formal education required for the position Trade certification or equivalent education Specific course(s), certification, qualification, formal training or accreditation required for the position No additional requirements Additional Requirements Field(s) of Study Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Experience Typical number of years of experience, in addition to the necessary education level, required to perform the responsibilities of the position Minimum of three (3) years Type of Experience The incumbent must have three years’ experience as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in good standing and current.
Ability to work with minimum supervision, thorough and methodical in performing the duties requires high degree of personal motivation, mechanical skill, personal integrity, reliability, work practices and a very high degree of responsibility.
Must be able to work in a team and independent capacity Posting Detail Information Posting Number SU-F-24-242P Close Date 10/27/2026 Hours of Work 35 hrs/week Shift Type 0830-1630 Special Instructions to Applicant In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with Confederation College’s core values of respect, caring and openness we are committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. As such we are fragrance free, fully accessible and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Human Resources Services at (807) 475-6148 to make appropriate arrangements.