Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – (CAT 38) - Avionics

Location: Calgary ,Alberta,Canada (Onsite)  
Salary: Based on experience    
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer:up to $46.59/hour
Branch: Techops  
Category: Unionized (IAMAW) 

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is presently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the full-time position of Aircraft Technician at our Calgary Maintenance Centre

The position is located near Calgary International Airport, Richmond. The salary will be based on experience and according to the Collective Agreement.

Aircraft Technicians are responsible for airframe maintenance and should have the following skill sets:

• Ability to use the correct tools, methods, techniques and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance.
• Candidates should be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient with computers and diagnostic tools.
• Individuals need to be "team players" with excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain a customer focused attitude in a demanding, high stress environment.
• Must also have ability to work independently, with resources via phone and computer. Being self-motivated and confident is an asset

Please take 2 minutes to watch the following video with more information about the Aircraft Technician/Aircraft Maintenance Engineer role: https://vimeo.com/1086935283/87320bbc10

Your benefits

As one of the leading employers in Canada, we like to ensure our employees are well rewarded with a range of benefits including:

• Air Canada staff love to travel and we have one of the most generous employee travel programs in the industry. You will be eligible for travel privileges for yourself and other eligible persons once you’ve completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• We value your wellbeing which is why we offer a wide variety of benefit plans, including health and dental, for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help unlock your full potential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program, and/or have a least 2 years industry related experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (Mandatory)
• Possession of valid driver's license (Mandatory)
• Able to successfully pass the pre-employment qualifying exam, physical and a security check.
• Be available to work night, evenings and days including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to Pass and obtain an airside vehicle operator’s permit (Mandatory)
• Possession of a restricted radio operators permit (aviation).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations depending on the work location. Please refer to Transport Canada site for more details.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.
• Employees in this role, conduct safety-critical work and as such, Air Canada medical standards must be met in order to qualify for the role. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including a drug and alcohol test and are expected to be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position        

Selection will be made in accordance with Letter of Understanding 13 of the current Collective Agreement

Assets

• Endorsements on Air Canada aircraft type.
• Current security clearance.
• Selection will be made in accordance with Letter of Understanding 13 of the current Collective Agreement

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.