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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 3+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Perform structural maintenance, repair, and overhaul work on company and third-party aircraft, completing work orders and repair cards accurately and efficiently. Support the training and coaching of apprentice aircraft maintenance engineers and carry out other duties assigned by the structures leadership team.
Job details
NOW HIRING! AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL TECHNICIANS (AME-S) Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to commit to an organization with an outstanding record for safety and reliability? Are you searching for an employer who provides amazing perks and works hard to provide a work life balance and stability for their employees? If so, look no further! We proudly maintain the fleet of aircraft in addition to numerous aircraft for our valued 3rd party customers. WORK HOURS: Modified work week, 10.5-hour shifts; 4 days on, 3 off, current shift M-Th or Tu-F 0700-1730 LOCATION: Richmond (YVR) – Vancouver South Terminal, 4760 Inglis Drive, Richmond, ability to travel to other company bases or 3rd party customer locations as required TERM: Full-Time Regular EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent and Contract DEPARTMENT: Aerospace Department RESPONSIBILITIES Work with the rest of the structures crew to perform structural MRO work for our fleet and our 3rd party customers in an efficient and cost-effective manner Cessna series including 208B, PC-12, DeHavilland DHC 2, DHC-3, DHC 6, Robinson Piston Helicopters, Quest Kodiak 100 series, Gippsland single piston, Grumman twin piston Complete work orders and internal repair job cards as required with accuracy and attention to detail Provide guidance and assistance in training and coaching of Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Other duties as directed by the Structures Crew Chiefs, Coordinator and PRM QUALIFICATIONS/ASSETS Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license (AME-S) is an asset but unlicensed technicians with a Minimum 3 years of work experience are welcome to apply A minimum of 3 years experience performing Heavy maintenance and major structural repairs on M1 rated aircraft such as the DHC-6 (Twin Otter), DHC-3 (Otter), DHC-2 (Beaver), Cessna 172 etc. Clear and proven commitment to safety (for yourself and others) in line with our “Safety First” Value Ability to multitask, prioritize, and carry out advanced sheet metal repairs in a fast paced and safety sensitive environment Excellent communication skills, ability, and desire to work in a close-knit, team-based environment Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently Willingness to work flexible schedules Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks Understanding of metallic structures and metal processes and properties required Ability to lead and mentor structures apprentices Manufacturing experience an asset LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS English required
What you’ll do
Perform structural maintenance, repair, and overhaul work on company and third-party aircraft, completing work orders and repair cards accurately and efficiently. Support the training and coaching of apprentice aircraft maintenance engineers and carry out other duties assigned by the structures leadership team.
Requirements
Applicants should have at least three years of heavy maintenance and major structural repair experience on M1-rated aircraft; an AME-S license is an asset, and unlicensed technicians may apply. The role also requires a strong safety commitment, knowledge of metallic structures and metal processes, effective teamwork and communication, sound independent judgment, and the ability to perform physically demanding work and mentor apprentices.
Listed skills
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Multitasking · Preferred
- Prioritization · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Aircraft Structural Maintenance
- Heavy Maintenance
- Major Structural Repairs
- Sheet Metal Repairs
- Metallic Structures
- Metal Processes and Properties
- Safety Compliance
- Work Order Documentation
- Apprentice Training and Mentoring
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Independent Judgment
- Manufacturing
Job areas
- Engineering
- Trades
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
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