Component Technician

Are you ready to take your aviation career to new heights? At Alpine Aerotech, we don't just maintain helicopters - we keep them flying worldwide.

As a full-service rotorcraft support center, we're proud to be one of the largest and most trusted Bell Customer Service Facilities in the world, as well as a recognized service center for Airbus and Leonardo helicopters.

From our humble beginnings in 1990 with just four employees to a team of more than 175 across Kelowna and Abbotsford, our growth reflects over 35 years of dedication, craftsmanship, and innovation.

If you're passionate about aviation and ready to be part of a team that thrives on excellence and collaboration, we're currently seeking a highly motivated Component Technician to join our team in West Kelowna, BC.

**Please note that this position requires relocation to Kelowna, B.C.**

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Component Manager, the Component Technician plays a vital role in the repair, overhaul and maintenance of aircraft components. As a key member of the component shop team, they are responsible for disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, repairing, reassembling, and testing aircraft parts to ensure compliance with company procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. They maintain accurate records of all component activities, ensure tools and equipment are safe and serviceable. With a commitment to precision and excellence, the Component Technician contributes directly to the safety, reliability and reputation of Alpine Aerotech.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMPONENT TECHNICIAN

• Carry out repairs and overhaul to shop components in accordance with company procedures and all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain aircraft parts by disassembling, cleaning, replacing faulty or worn parts, inspecting, reassembling and testing.
• Keep timely and accurate records of component activities that were conducted.
• Ensure all work tools and equipment are in good condition and can be operated safely, while maintaining a neat and tidy work area.
• Fulfill additional duties as required.
• Uphold an unwavering standard of excellence that impeccable represents the Alpine Aerotech brand.

OUR MUST HAVES

• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) or equivalent related shop experience required.
• Previous training and experience within Aviation – preference will be given to candidates with helicopter component overhaul experience. Bell 206/407/212/412 helicopter experience considered an asset.
• Proven mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret technical drawings and complete required documentation accurately.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to generate high quality deliverables.
• Strong time and project management skills and self-motivation.
• Robust interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and professional maturity with demonstrated ability to effectively interact and build professional relationships.
• Awareness of the sensitivity of information received and appropriate handling.
• Know what it means to work smarter, not harder.

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

Aerotech's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. Our comprehensive and competitive total rewards package includes: dental, extended health, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Employee & Family Assistance, Health Spending Account, RRSP matching program and relocation allowance (as applicable).

We are committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates.

The starting range for this role is $38.00 to $42.00 per hour.

NON-NEGOTIABLES

Please note that employment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history check
• Driver's Abstract review

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Alpine Aerotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to allow our employees to reach their full potential.

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely Alpine Aerotech. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit our careers page ) and submit your application for the Component Technician position in Kelowna, BC.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Alpine Aerotech, however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $38.00-$42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person