aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) (except avionics)

SkyCare Air Ambulance
Saint Andrews
21 hours ago
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aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) (except avionics)

Job details



  • Salary 40.10 to 49.35 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
  • Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
  • Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Shift, On call, Overtime available
  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years


Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.


Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical 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
  • Perform and document routine maintenance
  • Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses


Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge

  • MS Office
  • Small jet airplane
  • Small piston airplane
  • Small turboprops

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

  • Aircraft maintenance - general

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Standing for extended periods
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Reliability
  • Disability benefits
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

  • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Free parking available

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:



  • a permanent resident of Canada
  • a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.


Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.


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