Aircraft Maintenance Technician - (CAT 01)

Description

Location: Montreal, QC, Canada (On site)

Salary: Based on experience — Aircraft Maintenance Technician: up to $44.67/hour; Junior Mechanic: $27.82/hour

Service: Technical Operations

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Being part of Air Canada means joining an iconic Canadian organization. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, working as part of a team and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take off by joining our diverse and dynamic passenger aviation team.

Air Canada is currently seeking energetic individuals for permanent full-time Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Maintenance Technician positions at its Montreal maintenance centre.

Aircraft Technicians / Aircraft Maintenance Technicians are responsible for airframe maintenance and must have the following skills:

• Ability to use appropriate tools, methods, techniques and equipment to perform aircraft maintenance
• Ability to read and understand various schematics for troubleshooting and proficiency with computer and diagnostic tools
• Strong team spirit, excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to maintain a customer-focused attitude in a demanding work environment

Information video about the role available: https://vimeo.com/1086935283/87320bbc10

Benefits

As one of Canada's leading employers, we ensure our employees are well rewarded with a range of benefits:

• Generous travel privileges program for employees; travel benefits available after twenty-eight (28) weeks of service
• Comprehensive benefits plans including health and dental coverage for you and your family
• Training and development resources to help you reach your full potential

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized trade apprenticeship program or at least four years of relevant industry experience
• Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence M2 or M1 (mandatory)
• Valid driver's licence (mandatory)
• Successful completion of pre-employment testing, medical examination and security screening
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays
• Willingness to work nights (this is the permanent position offered with this posting; shift changes may be possible based on seniority)
• Ability to obtain a ramp vehicle operator permit (mandatory)
• Restricted Radio Operator Certificate (aviation)
• Ability to pass Transport Canada security screening and obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Employees in this safety-critical role must meet Air Canada medical requirements; candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation including drug and alcohol testing
• Punctuality and reliability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all transport security clearances and other applicable accreditations as required by the workplace
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country at the time an offer is made; obtaining work permits/visas is the candidate's responsibility

Assets

• Qualification on aircraft types operated by Air Canada
• Current security clearance

Language requirements

Where qualifications are equal, bilingual candidates will be given preference.

Air Canada thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.