aircraft mechanical systems technician
Education:
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year. Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician. or equivalent experience.
Work site environment:
- Noisy.
- At heights.
- Confined spaces.
- Outdoors.
- All weather conditions.
Work setting:
Willing to relocate.
Tasks:
- Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures.
- Inspect maintenance work done by aircraft mechanics.
- Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety.
- Repair and overhaul to ensure adherence to standards and procedures.
- Troubleshoot aircraft hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical systems.
- Troubleshoot aircraft structural systems.
- Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems.
- Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems.
- Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports.
- Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble.
- Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing modification of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures.
- Perform and document routine maintenance.
- Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
- Interpret blueprints/specifications/standards and written technical instructions.
Aircraft experience:
- Large turboprops.
- Small turboprops.
Type of industry experience:
- Aircraft manufacturing.
- Repair and overhaul facility.
Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization:
- Aircraft maintenance - general.
- Propulsion - propellers.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Physically demanding.
- Handling heavy loads.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Attention to detail.
- Bending, crouching, kneeling.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Excellent written communication.
- Flexibility.
- Initiative.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
- Evening.
- Shift.
- Flexible hours.
Experience:
5 years or more.
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Weekend.
- Overtime available.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Disability benefits.
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Night shift premium.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Long term benefits:
- Maternity and parental benefits.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).