Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Apprentice
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: 13-475 Airport Road, Sault Ste. Marie Airport
Posting Expires: When suitable candidate(s) are selected.

Job Purpose:
Our continuous growth creates a demand for heavy maintenance lines. We service the Dash 8 Q400, Dash 8 100/300 aircrafts, along with, the CRJ100/200/700/900 aircrafts, Boeing 737 (all series) and Embraer E170/175 aircraft.

You can expect to work in a fast-paced work environment with rotating shifts including afternoons and weekends. You must have excellent communication skills with a team player attitude.

Job Description:
As an AME Apprentice, under the supervision of the Production Manager, you will carry out elementary maintenance tasks while actively pursuing a licence for aircraft maintenance to become an AME.

Responsibilities and Competencies:

• Perform all maintenance activities in accordance with the applicable Standards of Airworthiness and in accordance with the manufacturer’s manuals
• Request parts and materials using the manufacturer’s manuals
• Ensure all documentation of work performed is clear, accurate, up-to-date and signed for on a daily basis
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Participate in company SMS and report all hazards or incidents in accordance with company reporting procedures
• Ensure a clean work area exercise FOD vigilance
• Conduct maintenance on aircraft and aircraft components as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Lead
• Accurately complete all paperwork for assigned tasks and generate reports for defects found during inspections
• Perform independent and critical task checks if trained and authorized to do so
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of aircraft interior and exterior
• Maintain and store company-provided tools and equipment in safe and proper manner.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate from accredited college with a diploma in aircraft maintenance.
• Working towards becoming a licenced AME is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills in a requirement, able to work with minimal supervision
• Must have mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Typical benefits include:

• Competitive Salary
• Life Insurance
• Extended Health, Vision & Dental Care
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Paid vacation in accordance with federal government requirements

Working hours:

Working hours are mainly 7:00am to 4:30pm when required. Extra hours may be required to complete project deadlines and support operating at critical times. Additionally, weekend work will be required as needed.

How to Apply:

IIf you are interested in this job opportunity and possess the required qualifications, please send a copy of your cover letter and resume with references via email to: careers@jdaeromaintenance.com

We appreciate all interested applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please quote the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Why JD Aero Technical:

JD Aero Technical was established in 2007 and we are in our seventeenth year of operation as the chosen heavy maintenance provider for several of North Americas Q400 operators. We are looking to add to our group of diversified and experienced employees.

We hope for your commitment and dedication, and in return, you can expect there is the opportunity for continuous learning, training, growth, all while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sault Ste. Marie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person