Facilities Maintenance Mechanic - (CAT 27)

Air Canada • Vancouver, BC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Innovation Starts with Initiative: You won’t just follow processes—you’ll shape them. Whether it’s finding faster workflows or proposing smarter solutions, your ability to act independently and think creatively is what drives innovation forward.

Your Readiness Keeps Us Running: On-call flexibility is required. Your flexibility to respond in unexpected situations ensures that operations stay safe, stable, and uninterrupted—even when challenges arise.

Elevated Environments Call for Grounded Focus: You will be faced with fast-paced, high-altitude environments that require a strong attention to safety. Comfort and confidence while working at heights are essential.

Requirements

• Must possess valid Driver’s licence with clean abstract
• Must possess an Interprovincial Journeyman Millwright license or Red Seal
• Minimum 3 years field experience
• Basic computer knowledge (Word, Excel, e-mail and internet)
• Knowledge of building mechanics, Hangar door systems, control systems, BMS system (Trane/Siemens) Mechanical system operation, MIG welding, CMMS
• Candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be detailed oriented
• Ability to meet Air Canada medical standards through a medical examination
• Employment is subject to meeting Transport Canada security requirements and obtaining a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) and an Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit (AVOP).
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibly of the candidates applying for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Must obtain a 5th Class Power Engineer certification during the probationary period if not already held

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, and minor repairs on mechanical equipment, including Hangar Doors, Overhead Doors, Fire Doors, etc.
• Install, dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery using welding equipment, hand, and power tools.
• Conduct building inspections to ensure compliance with Building Code standards.
• Work safely, following industry standards, while completing various facility-related tasks.
• Work independently or in a team, under pressure, and in shift rotations, including weekends and on-call duty.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Pension program
• Employee Share Ownership Program
• Profit Sharing
• Health, dental, and life insurance for you and your family (if necessary)
• Air Canada’s recognition program (Shine) allows you to recognize and be recognized for those outstanding moments.
• A generous employee travel program for you and other eligible once you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service. This includes, but is not limited to standby travel, hotel & car rental discounts, Air Canada Vacation discounts, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed