aircraft mechanic

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• Inspect maintenance work done by aircraft mechanics
• Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Repair and overhaul to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Troubleshoot aircraft hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural systems
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing modification of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Perform and document routine maintenance
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Interpret blueprints / specifications / standards and written technical instructions

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AME «M» Licence - Aircraft
• AME «S» Licence - Structures
• CAMC Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certification
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence (AME) - E

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Aircraft experience

• Large turboprops
• Small turboprops

Structural repair experience - aircraft

• Aircraft structures - general

Type of industry experience

• General aviation
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general
• Propulsion - propellers

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Airport security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools / equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan
• Stocks / shares

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits