Aircraft Maintenance Technician - (CAT 01)

Location: Montreal, QC, Canada (On-site)
Salary: Based on experience
- Junior Mechanic: $32.83/hour
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician: up to $46.59/hour
Department: Technical Operations
Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Shift Premium: Night - $2.50 for each hour worked between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Being part of Air Canada is being part of a iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, working as a team and being able to make an important contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the forefront of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is currently looking for dynamic individuals to fill permanent full-time aircraft technician or aircraft maintenance technician positions at its Montreal maintenance center.

Aircraft technicians / aircraft maintenance technicians are responsible for airframe maintenance and must possess the following skills:

• Ability to use appropriate tools, methods, techniques and equipment to perform aircraft maintenance;
• Ability to read and understand various schematics for maintenance troubleshooting and proficiency in computer and diagnostic tools;
• Good teamwork, excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to maintain a customer-oriented attitude in a very demanding work environment.

Please take two minutes to watch the following video with more information on the Aircraft Technician/Aircraft Maintenance Technician position: https://vimeo.com/1086935283/87320bbc10

Your Benefits

As one of Canada's leading employers, we want our employees to be well rewarded with a range of employee benefits:

• Air Canada staff love to travel and we have one of the most generous travel programs in the industry for our employees. You and eligible persons will be entitled to travel privileges when you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• We value your well-being, which is why we offer a wide range of benefit plans, including health and dental care, for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or at least four years of relevant industry experience
• Transport Canada M2 or M1 Aircraft Maintenance Technician Licence (mandatory)
• Valid driver's licence (mandatory)
• Successful completion of pre-employment examination, physical examination and security check
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
• Willingness to take on the night shift (this is the permanent position offered with this posting; possibility of changing shifts based on seniority)
• Ability to obtain a airside vehicle operator's permit (mandatory)
• Restricted Operator Certificate - Radio (Aviation)
• Ability to successfully pass Transport Canada security clearance and obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) (see Transport Canada website for details)
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability to support the overall success of the team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable transport security clearances and other additional accreditations, depending on the work location. Please refer to the Transport Canada website for details.
• Employees holding this safety-sensitive position must meet Air Canada's medical requirements to be eligible. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including drug and alcohol screening, and must not be under the influence of intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country concerned at the time the job offer is made. The search for any necessary work permits/visas or other authorizations is the sole responsibility of candidates for this position.

Assets

• Qualification for aircraft operated by Air Canada
• Up-to-date security clearance

Language Requirements

Equal qualifications considered, preference will be given to bilingual candidates

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