Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Avionics Apprentice

Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Avionics Apprentice

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: 13-475 Airport Road, Sault Ste. Marie Airport

Posting Expires: When suitable candidates are selected.

Job Purpose:

Our continuous growth creates a demand for heavy maintenance lines. We service Dash 8, CRJ, ATR, ERJ and 737 series aircraft.

We expect applicants to be ready to work in a fast-paced work environment. Our role requires individuals to have excellent communication skills with a team player attitude!

Job Description:

As an AME Avionics Apprentice, under the supervision of the Production Manager, you will carry out elementary maintenance tasks while actively pursuing a licence for aircraft maintenance to become an AME.

Responsibilities and Competencies:

• Perform all maintenance activities in accordance with the applicable Standards of Airworthiness and in accordance with the manufacturer’s manuals
• Request parts and materials using the manufacturer’s manuals
• Ensure all documentation of work performed is clear, accurate, up-to-date and signed for on a daily basis
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Participate in company SMS and report all hazards or incidents in accordance with company reporting procedures
• Ensure a clean work area exercise FOD vigilance
• Conduct maintenance on aircraft and aircraft components as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Lead
• Accurately complete all paperwork for assigned tasks and generate reports for defects found during inspections
• Perform independent and critical task checks if trained and authorized to do so
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of aircraft interior and exterior
• Maintain and store company-provided tools and equipment in safe and proper manner.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate from accredited college with a diploma in aircraft maintenance.
• Working towards becoming a licenced AME (E) is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills in a requirement, able to work with minimal supervision
• Must have mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience
• Must have clean criminal background and provide a valid police criminal record check.
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Typical benefits include:

• Competitive Salary
• Life Insurance
• Extended Health & Dental Care
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Paid vacation in accordance with federal government requirements.

Working hours:

Working hours are mainly 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday, and overtime scheduled when required. Extra hours may be required to complete project deadlines and support operating at critical times.