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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice
Dryden, Ontario, Canada .
full-time . November 5, 2024
Description
Position: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – Apprentice
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Dryden, ON
Salary: $25.36 - $27.56/hour
Join Our Team at MAG Aerospace Canada in stunning Dryden, Ontario!
MAG Aerospace Canada, a leader in specialized aviation services for over 65 years, is inviting a skilled AME Apprentice to be part of our dynamic team. With a rich history dating back to 1950 and a track record of over 200,000 flight hours, we're not just offering a job; we're offering a chance to be part of a legacy in Canadian aviation.
Why Choose MAG Aerospace Canada?
- Prestigious History: Join a company with a deep-rooted history in the aviation industry, originally providing aerial crop dusting and expanding to crucial services like Aerial Fire Management and Air Charter.
- Impactful Work: Be part of a team that has responded to over 7,000 wildfires and currently protects over 55 million hectares, significantly impacting safety and environmental preservation. MAG works for the Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Quebec Governments.
- Diverse Services: Engage in varied and meaningful work, from Aerial Fire Management to Airborne Imagery, and Air Charter. For more information, check us out at https://www.magaero.ca/
Why Dryden?
- Affordable Living: Dryden offers a cost-effective lifestyle with affordable housing, perfect for those wanting to stretch their hard-earned money further. You can own a home for $250,000 (the average home price).
- Outdoor Enthusiast’s Dream: Surrounded by forests and lakes, Dryden is a paradise for fishing, hunting, camping and snowmobiling.
- Welcoming Community: Be part of a friendly, supportive community that makes newcomers feel at home.
- Educational Excellence: Access top-tier educational facilities for family and self-improvement.
- Quality of Life: Enjoy the perfect balance of a peaceful, community-focused lifestyle with ample personal and professional growth opportunities.
Our AMEs are an integral part of the organization’s success and are the reason for ensuring the aircraft is safe to fly and operating optimally. This job entails assessing and handling repairs, performing regular inspections, and updating aircraft as needed.
Your Responsibilities:
- Maintain the aircraft in accordance with applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions.
- Carry out maintenance, repair and daily inspection of the company aircrafts as detailed in the company Maintenance Policy Manual.
- Follow company procedures as per the Maintenance Policy Manual using safe work practices.
- Conduct both heavy and line maintenance on aircraft.
- Collaborate with a team of experienced professionals in a high-performance culture.
- Stay abreast of industry standards and contribute to continuous improvement.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of basic hand tools.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Mechanical aptitude, trainable.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Physically able to perform all duties of an AME apprentice.
- Professional and eager to learn, with a positive work attitude.
Education:
- College Grad or high school diploma (or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent) with willingness to enroll in an AME apprentice program.
- Currently enrolled in a Transport Canada approved Aircraft Maintenance course an asset.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health and Dental Benefits
- Health Spending Account
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Group RRSP with % Company Matched Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Relocation Assistance
- Summer schedule of 8 days on/6 off and a winter schedule of 4 on/3 off, ensuring an excellent work-life balance.
How to Apply:
Ready to embark on an exciting career with MAG Aerospace Canada in Dryden? We want to hear from you if you’re passionate about aviation and excellence. Please send your cover letter, along with your resume to careers@magaero.ca or hit Apply.
MAG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.