component shop technician

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with areputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.

Position Description

The Component Shop Technician is responsible for the overhaul, repair and inspection of a variety of aircraft components utilizing specialized tools and modern NDT techniques in support of our growing fleet. This position will primarily comprise of off-wing maintenance carried out within a shop environment but may necessitate on-wing maintenance locally or in the field.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Overhaul, repair, inspection, and servicing of aircraft components
• Inspection, testing and calibration of specialized tooling and instruments
• NDT inspections in a variety of disciplines inclusive of MPI, LPI, ET and UT
• Recertification of Avionics components and equipment
• Maintenance of Lead Acid and NiCad batteries
• Demonstrate safe practices and techniques to foster a safe workplace environment
• Work within a team environment performing in a professional and courteous manner
• Fostering strong professional relationships with teammates and customers
• Perform duties in accordance with Conair's policies, procedures and applicable regulating bodies
• Complete assigned tasks and related documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain currency as applicable to Conair memos, maintenance bulletins and notices
• Knowledge of CARs as related to aircraft maintenance
• Perform other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be mechanically inclined
• Possess a high standard of quality and attention to detail in all aspects of duties
• Familiar with utilizing precision measuring equipment
• Skilled in working effectively with hand tools and power equipment
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical drawings and literature
• Knowledge of all safety protocols governing tasks being performed
• Must have an intrinsic desire to continuously improve workplace safety
• Must maintain the requirements for an effective respirator fit test
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with staff and customers
• Ability to pivot efficiently to satisfy production demands as instructed
• Decisive and self-motivated to meet department objectives while maintaining exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in technical English

Education and Experience

• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude
• NDT experience is an asset
• Avionics or electrical experience is an asset
• AME license is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and general computer skills is an asset
• Successful completion of an approved aviation trade school is an asset

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by the job holder. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with this position.

***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***