Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Apprentice

Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance in Toronto YTZ, the AME Apprentice will work in support of Porter’s Q400 fleet in a line maintenance environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures

• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems

• Install or modify aircraft engines, mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems

• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble

• Perform and document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance under the guidance of a Lead ACA, ACA or AME

• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy

• Assist on the ramp as required

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.

• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).

• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high high-quality consistent with the organization’s standards.

• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of secondary school is required

• A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility

• Valid Ontario full “G” driver’s license (or out of province equivalent)

• Ability to obtain a Canadian Passport

• Ability to obtain necessary security clearances

• Successfully complete the company screening process

• Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination

LOCATION: Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ)