Aircraft Maintenance Technician – (CAT 01)

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada (On-site)
Salary: Based on experience
- Junior Mechanic: $32.83/hour
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician: up to $46.59/hour
Department: Technical Operations
Category: Union (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 an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, working in a team, and making an important contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the cutting edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is currently looking for dynamic individuals to fill permanent, full-time positions as aircraft technicians or aircraft maintenance technicians at its Vancouver 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 maintain aircraft;
• ability to read and understand various schematics for maintenance troubleshooting and mastery of computer and diagnostic tools;
• good team spirit, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to maintain a customer-focused attitude in a highly 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 Engineer License (mandatory)
• Valid driver's license (mandatory)
• Successful completion of pre-employment examination, physical exam, and security clearance
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willingness to assume the night shift (this is the permanent shift offered with this posting; possibility of shift changes based on seniority)
• Ability to obtain an airside vehicle operator's permit (mandatory)
• Restricted Radio Operator Certificate (Aviation)
• 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. Please consult the Transport Canada website for more details.
• Employees occupying 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 eligible to work in the country concerned at the time a job offer is presented and are responsible for obtaining work permits, visas, or other necessary authorizations. Proof of eligibility must be provided before the start date.

Assets

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

Language Requirements

All things being 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 work environment that showcases the unique contribution of our employees to our company's success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diverse applications to build a varied workforce representative of our customers and the communities where we live and serve.

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