Aircraft Maintenance Technician - (CAT 38) - Avionics

Location: Vancouver,BC, Canada (On-site)
Starting 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 an 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 cutting edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is currently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the full-time position of Aircraft Technician at our Vancouver maintenance center.

The position is located near Vancouver International Airport. Salary will be based on experience and collective agreement.

Aircraft Technicians are responsible for the maintenance of aircraft airframes and must possess the following skills:

• Ability to use the correct tools, methods, techniques and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance
• Candidates must be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient in computers and diagnostic tools
• Candidates must be team players, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to maintain a customer-oriented attitude in a demanding and high-stress environment
• They must also be able to work independently, with telephone and computer resources. Self-motivation and self-confidence are assets.

Please take 2 minutes to watch the following video with more information on the role of aircraft technician/aircraft maintenance technician: 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 facilities 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

• High school diploma
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program and/or have at least 2 years of industry experience
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (mandatory).
• Possession of a valid driver's license (mandatory)
• Be able to successfully pass the pre-employment qualification exam, a physical exam and a security check.
• Be available to work nights, evenings and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass and obtain an airside vehicle operator permit (mandatory).
• Possession of a restricted radio operator certificate (aviation).
• Show 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 check the Transport Canada website for more details.
• Employees occupying this position perform safety-critical work and, as such, Air Canada medical standards must be met in order to qualify for this position. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including a drug and alcohol screening test, and must be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the relevant country 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.

Selection will be made in accordance with Letter of Understanding 13 of the current collective agreement.

Assets

• Air Canada aircraft type endorsements.
• Valid security clearance.

Language requirements

All else being equal, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and inclusion

Air Canada is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment that showcases the unique contributions of employees to the success of our business.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however, we will only contact those selected to continue the process.