Aviation Shop Technician

5 months ago


Kelowna, Canada KF Aerospace Full time

We’re all about  the craft. 

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched over 50 years ago out of Canada’s Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, air cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to a 1,100 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

Are you up for a new challenge and learning opportunity? If you have good hand skills and mechanical aptitude, we can provide the training.

The Repair Shops Technician is involved in the overhaul, repair, modification, inspection, testing and certification of aviation components of the mechanical, hydraulic, fuel, electrical and pneumatic aircraft systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrated Technical Skills

Dismantle, clean, inspect and reassemble aircraft components, landing gear and subassemblies of B737 Classic, NG, Herc and Twin Otter aircraft. Documentation creation and completion of maintenance information (Job cards, maintenance requests, parts requests, airworthiness release documents, etc.). Inspection tasks as required complying with the appropriate Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins. Ensure all duties in shop are carried out in accordance with applicable technical specifications, type specific manuals and KFL policy and procedure manuals. Other duties as assigned by Component Overhaul Shift Lead. 

System Competencies 

Mechanical (Actuators, Landing gear systems) Hydraulics (Actuators and Locking systems) Fuel (Valves, switches) Electrical (theory and practical) Motors, Circuitry, Switches, Solenoids Pneumatic (valves, switches) Battery (charging and maintenance) Wheel and tire (change, repair, and maintenance) Brakes (Overhaul and Repair)

Common Competencies

Safety Overhauling Components Repairing Components Inspecting Parts and Components Testing Components  Interpret technical manuals, sophisticated drawing and blueprints

REQUIREMENTS 

Trade School or equivalent mechanical experience  Experience with basic shop maintenance Understanding of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARS 571) would be an asset Ability to accurately use precision measuring tools Understand safe operating procedures and utilize proper protective equipment when working with potentially hazardous materials Strong oral and written understanding of the English language Positive attitude and strong work ethic Strong problem-solving skills Willing to take initiative with work, process development, looking for work, learning / cross training etc. Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team Ability to research information Must be physically fit and comfortable standing for long periods of time

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER

Hours are Monday to Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm KF will pay for any fees directly associated with training and obtaining of the required certification

BENEFITS

• Medical and Dental Coverage

• Health Spending Account

• Wellness Spending Account

• Pension Plan

• Disability, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

• Employee & Family Assistance Program

• Medical Leave & Personal time off



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