Aircraft Maintenance Technician - (CAT 01)

Description

Location: St. John's, NL, Canada (On site)

Salary: Based on experience — Aircraft Maintenance Technician: up to $44.67/hour

Service: Technical Operations

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Being part of Air Canada means being part of an iconic Canadian symbol. If reaching new heights, working as part of a team and making a meaningful contribution excite you, let your career take flight by joining our diverse, dynamic passenger aviation team.

Air Canada is currently seeking energetic individuals for full-time permanent aircraft technician positions at its St. John's maintenance center.

Aircraft technicians are responsible for airframe maintenance and should 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 maintenance 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.

Please watch this video for more information about the aircraft technician role: 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: eligible employees and dependents are entitled to travel privileges after twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• A comprehensive range of health and dental benefit plans for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized trade apprenticeship program or at least four years of relevant industry experience.
• Transport Canada M2 Aircraft Maintenance Technician licence (required).
• Valid driver's licence (required).
• Successful pre-employment exam, medical exam and security screening.
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays.
• Willingness to work nights (the permanent position offered with this posting is night shift; shift changes may be possible by seniority).
• Ability to obtain an airside vehicle operator permit (required).
• Restricted radio operator certificate (aviation).
• Ability to pass Transport Canada security screening and obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
• Must meet Air Canada medical requirements, including medical evaluation and drug and alcohol screening; must not be under the influence of intoxicants.
• Punctuality and reliability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all transport security clearances and other applicable accreditations depending on 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.
• Up-to-date security clearance.

Language requirements

Where qualifications are equal, 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 workplace that values the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our company.

As an employer committed to equal access to employment, we encourage diverse applications to ensure our workforce reflects the customers and communities we serve.

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