Job Summary
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Structures is responsible for installing, repairing, maintaining, assembling, troubleshooting, testing, and fabricating parts using approved data, ensuring compliance with company policies, maintaining a clean workspace, providing training to junior operators, reporting defects and improvements, completing documentation, and supporting a positive workplace culture while meeting assigned commitments and adhering to all rules and procedures.
We are actively seeking talented candidates from across Canada and offering relocation support to any successful applicants who are not local to Calgary, AB. We offer a competitive compensation package including medical benefits and RRSP matching.
Accountabilities
- Perform modification, installation, repair, maintenance, assembly, troubleshoot, test and fabrication of various systems.
- Qualified to perform systems installation tasks under the supervision of a licensed Technician in a production environment.
- Assemble and fabricate parts using drawings, task cards, and approved data, adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Complete assigned tasks and verification inspections, if trained, as directed by the Lead Hand or Production Manager.
- Maintain and complete all required documentation accurately and securely.
- Ensure the shop area and tools are clean, safe, and compliant with 5S standard.
- Provide technical training to junior operators as directed.
- Update build status regularly and report defects, deviations, and work stoppages.
- Maintain efficiency, identify opportunities for improvement, and report documentation errors.
- Enforce safety practices and ensure airworthiness compliance.
- Disassemble, inspect, and recommend repairs for parts and components.
- Maintain traceability and accuracy of parts removed or installed on aircraft.
- Support targets by using resources efficiently and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Certify work performed, if authorized, within the Aircraft Maintenance Organizations scope.
- Safely operate ground support equipment, i.e., Power carts, lifts (when properly trained), etc. as required.
Education & Experience
- 3-5 years’ experience working on the Dash 8 or Twin Otter or CL
- Shall hold or working towards a current AME “S” Transport Canada license or related experience
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
- Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Internet
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Experience with all De Havilland Aircraft of Canada products consider an asset
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work Monday – Friday 0600-1430
- Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to acquire a Transport Canada issued Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC)