Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic

Business Address: 4760 Inglis Drive Richmond, British Columbia V7B 1W4

 

Number of Positions: 10

 

Title of Position: Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic

 

Starting Immediately: Yes

 

Terms of Employment: 3 Years

 

Language Requirement(s): English  

 

Wage: $43.14- $62.39 / hour

 

Hours per week: 35

 

Benefits Package: Starting after 3 months- Extended medical and dental (for FTR employees), Long-term disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Group RRSP matching based on term of employment benchmarks, reward and recognition program (50-100 dollars gift cards). 

 

Staff accommodation is paid, flight perks (including buddy passes and global inter-airline partnerships) are discounted, confirmed flights on our airlines are discounted, discounts at local restaurants and travel partner and other organizations are at times available. 

 

Travel cost to some repair sites may be covered.

 

Free personal use of automotive garage, uniform, tools and shoe allowance, staff, events are included. 

 

Medical insurance is provided until benefits time period is met if required. Health and wellness spending account of 500 per service. Discounted Gym memberships also. 

 

Training and opportunities for growth are available, incumbents may be moved into the next higher range(s), depending on achievements of milestones such as ACA licensing, leadership responsibilities, or increased aircraft experience. In addition to hourly wage, we provide stipends for participation in our health & safety committee, first aid, shift differential. 

 

Relocation reimbursement at the rate of 1 dollar per KM maxed at 5,000 CAD.  

 

We annually review compensation range structures, adjusting them in line with our wage ranges, market standards and industry bench.

 

Service awards are provided at years of service for 10, 20 and 30 years of service.

 

Banked overtime opportunity is available and vacation rolls over from year to year.

 

Location of work: 186-5400 Airport Rd. South Richmond, British Columbia V7B 1B5

 

Education: Other Trades Certificate Or Diploma

 

Work Experience: 5 to 7 Years Or More

 

Job Duties: 

Training and opportunities for growth are available, incumbents may be moved into the next higher range(s), depending on achievements of milestones such as ACA licensing, leadership responsibilities, or increased aircraft experience. In addition to hourly wage, we provide stipends for participation in our health & safety committee, first aid, shift differential, etc.

 

Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures 

Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems

Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems

Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble

Perform and document routine maintenance

Other duties that apply

 

Job Requirements: 

Main bases are: (may be required to travel to the following places to work) 

5400 Airport Road South, Richmond, B.C. (YVR Hangar)

4700 Cowley Crescent, Richmond, B.C. (Paint Shop and Welding)

Sub-bases:

CXH – Coal Harbour, Unit #1 Burrard Landing – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, B.C

YWH – Victoria Harbour, 1000 Wharf St., Victoria, B.C.

As well as water bases as required. 

ME (M1) license; or A&P, IA, EASA (B1 and/or B2), 

LAME, SACAA, or an equivalent license/certification and be eligible to obtain the AME (M1) license from Transport Canada is required. 

Experience with: Cessna series including 208B, PC-12, DeHavill and DHC 2, DHC2 (T) DHC3(T), DHC 6, Robinson Piston Helicopters, Quest Kodiak 100 series, Gippsland single piston, Grumman twin piston, Weatherly, and additional aircraft as per our AMO Ratings is an asset. Having experience with several of the listed aircraft is required or similar but not all types. 

Carry out all tasks per our maintenance control manual and maintenance policy manual is required. 

Assist in in training and coaching of Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance to transfer skills is required. 

Punctual 

Attention to detail 

Great attitude  

Clear and proven commitment to safety (for yourself and others) in line with our “Safety First” mandate 

Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced and safety-sensitive environment 

The ability and desire to work in a close-knit, team-based environment 

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently  

Due to nature of industry, the ability to work flexible schedules including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions at both water and land bases  

Ability to carry out sheet metal repairs is an asset

Excellent communication skills with good command of English both written and spoken is required