We’re all about the craft.
KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched over 50 years ago out of Canada’s Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, air cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to a 1,100 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.
Are you up for a new challenge and learning opportunity? If you have good hand skills and mechanical aptitude, we can provide the training.
The Repair Shops Technician is involved in the overhaul, repair, modification, inspection, testing and certification of aviation components of the mechanical, hydraulic, fuel, electrical and pneumatic aircraft systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrated Technical Skills
- Dismantle, clean, inspect and reassemble aircraft components, landing gear and subassemblies of B737 Classic, NG, Herc and Twin Otter aircraft.
- Documentation creation and completion of maintenance information (Job cards, maintenance requests, parts requests, airworthiness release documents, etc.).
- Inspection tasks as required complying with the appropriate Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
- Ensure all duties in shop are carried out in accordance with applicable technical specifications, type specific manuals and KFL policy and procedure manuals.
- Other duties as assigned by Component Overhaul Shift Lead.
System Competencies
Mechanical (Actuators, Landing gear systems)Hydraulics (Actuators and Locking systems)Fuel (Valves, switches)Electrical (theory and practical) Motors, Circuitry, Switches, SolenoidsPneumatic (valves, switches)Battery (charging and maintenance)Wheel and tire (change, repair, and maintenance)Brakes (Overhaul and Repair)Common Competencies
SafetyOverhauling ComponentsRepairing ComponentsInspecting Parts and ComponentsTesting ComponentsInterpret technical manuals, sophisticated drawing and blueprintsREQUIREMENTS
Trade School or equivalent mechanical experienceExperience with basic shop maintenanceUnderstanding of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARS 571) would be an assetAbility to accurately use precision measuring toolsUnderstand safe operating procedures and utilize proper protective equipment when working with potentially hazardous materialsStrong oral and written understanding of the English languagePositive attitude and strong work ethicStrong problem-solving skillsWilling to take initiative with work, process development, looking for work, learning / cross training etc.Able to work effectively independently and as part of a teamAbility to research informationMust be physically fit and comfortable standing for long periods of timeLAUNCH YOUR CAREER
Hours are Monday to Friday 7 : 00am – 3 : 30pmKF will pay for any fees directly associated with training and obtaining of the required certificationBENEFITS
Medical and Dental CoverageHealth Spending AccountWellness Spending AccountPension PlanDisability, Critical Illness, and Life InsuranceEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramMedical Leave & Personal time off