AME Mechanic Apprentice
About The Position
KF Aerospace is seeking an AME Mechanic Apprentice to assist with line and shop maintenance in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to Canadian Aviation Regulations and KF Aerospace maintenance manuals and procedures. The apprentice will work under the supervision of a Licensed AME on maintenance projects, demonstrating the ability to retain information, complete tasks efficiently, take responsibility for their work, engage in basic troubleshooting, and report any unserviceable conditions. The role requires the ability to perform technical functions such as basic repair layout, understanding aircraft systems (air conditioning, hydraulics, engines, flight controls, landing gear, avionics, electrical generation, oxygen, fuel, pneumatics), inspecting and identifying defects, reading drawings, and basic troubleshooting. Safety is paramount, and the apprentice must apply safe work practices, wear appropriate PPE, understand the company's Risk Management System, maintain good housekeeping, and practice safe handling of aircraft. The apprentice will also become familiar with KF Aerospace paperwork and parts ordering, ensuring documentation is complete and submitted for approval.
Requirements
- Graduation from a Transport Canada accredited “Approved Aircraft Maintenance M Program”.
- Must be able to obtain and retain a Transport Canada Airport Pass.
- Basic computer skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to work safely with basic hand tools.
- Able to read technical manuals and drawings.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Able to take direction from others.
- Quick learner.
- Ability to work 40 hours a week in a rotating shift-work environment.
- Ability to travel, as required.
- Must be physically fit.
Responsibilities
- Assist on line and shop maintenance in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations and KF Aerospace maintenance manuals and procedures.
- Work under a Licensed AME’s supervision on line and heavy maintenance projects.
- Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Take responsibility for quality of own work and fixing mistakes where required.
- Engage in basic trouble shooting on assigned task.
- Report to the Crew Chief any unserviceable condition discovered.
- Demonstrate capability to perform technical functions such as layout of basic SRM repair with minimal assistance.
- Learn to thoroughly understand systems such as air conditioning, hydraulics, engines, flight controls, landing gear, avionics, electrical generation, oxygen, fuel, pneumatics on multiple aircraft.
- Inspect and identify defects.
- Find and read applicable drawings.
- Apply safe work practices in all job duties.
- Wear all appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Understand and apply the company’s Risk Management System.
- Maintain good housekeeping standards.
- Understand and apply safe handling practices with the aircraft.
- Become familiar with general KF Aerospace paperwork and parts ordering.
- Ensure appropriate documentation is complete and submitting to an endorsed AME or Crew Chief for ACA approval.
- Work towards filling out their Logbook & achieving their Transport Canada license.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage
- A Health Spending Account
- A Personal Spending Account
- Disability, Critical Illness and Life Insurance
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Employee Pension
- Annual company profit sharing program
- Personal Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
