Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Role Overview

• Work on CL Water Bomber and Commander 690 Aircraft in a hangar and on rotational deployment outside of Winnipeg throughout the summer fire season
• Work efficiently alone and as part of a team to conduct scheduled maintenance tasks under the guidance of a licensed AME
• Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair an aircraft’s mechanical systems under the guidance of a licensed AME
• Work with specialized aviation tools, computers and diagnostic equipment
• Use the company reporting systems to keep timely and accurate records of labour and the repair and maintenance activities conducted
• Carefully observe all company procedures, rules and regulations when performing any task and maintain a clean and productive work area
• Be thoroughly familiar with, and use, safety procedures and safe work practices including the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all tasks/jobs
• Perform work in accordance with all Transport Canada guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Enrolment or eligible to enrol in an accredited AME apprentice program or graduate of Transport Canada accredited AME diploma program
• Demonstrated experience working on Turbine Powered Aircraft
• Good organizational skills
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken
• The physical ability to sit or crouch for extended periods
• The physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods
• The physical dexterity to allow working in confined spaces
• The ability and willingness to travel and deploy outside of Winnipeg for 2-4 weeks at a time
• The ability and willingness to work shift work
• Have ability to work at heights
• Be willing and able to travel for 4 weeks at a time
• You are eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC), Airside Vehicle Operators Permit (AVOP) and ITAR/Controlled goods Clearance
• Have or can obtain a Canadian passport
• Hold a valid drivers license

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program
• Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues