Job Summary

Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the Shop Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of aircraft parts and components.

Duties & Responsibilities

Carry out repair and maintenance on aircraft parts and components such as aircraft batteries, wheels, leading edges, engines, propellers, auxiliary power units and commissary equipment.
Perform maintenance under the supervision of the Shop Lead ACA to the level required to obtain a Shop Certification Authority (SCA).
Complete and certify repair orders.
Ensure that all documentation used for the repair of parts/components are to the latest amendment (aircraft batteries, tires and wheels).
Ensure safety rules, regulations and precautions are being observed by all employees.
Ensure the shop is tidy at the end of the shift.
Maintain shop equipment/tools in good working condition.
Assist in "on the job" training for new employees and apprentices.
Maintain yourself up to date with technical information required by the shop.
Actively participate in Porter's Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy.
Attend training as mandated by the company.
Assist in AOG line maintenance.
Other duties as assigned.

Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization's standards.
Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Completion of secondary school is required.
A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility.
Valid Ontario full "G" driver's license (or out of province equivalent) and a clean driver's abstract.
Mechanical experience an asset.
Able to lift at least 23kg.
Has completed approved training on the applicable parts/components.
Must also be knowledgeable of the provision set in the Canadian Aviation Regulations for the proper performance of his/her duties.
Ability to work on a permanent basis in Canada.
Ability to make decisions and meet deadlines while handling multiple responsibilities.
Dependability (must have a clear attendance record and reliable on time reporting for work).
Energetic and a self-starter.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Must be able to obtain an unrestricted airport security pass.
Able to work cohesively as part of a team.