aircraft mechanic

Terms of employment

• Term or contract: Full time

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Power tools
• Aircraft sheet metal structures
• Aircraft composite structures

Type of industry experience

• Aircraft manufacturing
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.