aircraft maintenance mechanic apprentice

Work site environment

• Noisy
• At heights
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• 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
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Perform and document routine maintenance

Aircraft experience

• Small piston airplane
• Small turboprops

Type of industry experience

• Commercial air carrier
• General aviation

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general
• Turbine engines

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Airport security clearance

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools / equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week