Component Shop Technician

Conair Group Inc.•Abbotsford, BC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 80 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 16 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. We currently have an opening for a full-time permanent Component Shop Technician. Reporting to the Shops Manager, the Component Shop Technician is responsible for the overhaul and repair of aircraft components, NDT inspections, tool calibration, battery maintenance and supporting the fleet as required. This position will primarily be working in the Component Shop but may require maintenance on the aircraft or in the field.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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