GROUND SERVICE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - YUL (#1028)
About The Position
Air Inuit has been providing essential scheduled, charter, cargo and emergency air transportation services to Nunavik and beyond, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for 45 years. Owned collectively by the Inuit of Nunavik through the Makivik Corporation, the airline operates a fleet of 30 aircraft and employs over 1,000 people in one of the world's most demanding flying environments. Air Inuit's management and team of dedicated employees are committed to pursuing the company's mission of providing safe, punctual and courteous air service to the people living and doing business in the beautiful Nunavik region of northern Quebec. This position will carry out maintenance on Company vehicles and ground equipment.
Requirements
- High School diploma
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be able to obtain Airport Security Clearance (RAIC)
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude
Nice To Haves
- Preference will be given to the candidate who is able to communicate in at least two of Nunavik's official languages is a requirement; the ability to communicate in Nunavik's three official languages would be a definite asset
- Preference will be given to the candidate holding a certification as a Nationally recognized automotive maintenance technician
- Previous experience in the maintenance and repair of aviation GSE is an asset
- Priority will be given to candidates with experience working on GSE in an Arctic environment
- Must be available for occasional northern travel
Responsibilities
- Performs preventative and routine maintenance servicing
- Diagnose problems using test equipment, and applicable manuals
- Performing troubleshooting of ground support equipment
- Repairing and overhauling ground support equipment
- Maintaining equipment in a safe condition
- Service equipment with fuel, water, oil, hydraulic fluid, and compressed air
- Remove, test, repair or replace components and accessories such as carburetors, governors, air and oil cleaners, ignition points and auditory sensors
- Keep tools and support equipment in safe and operational working conditions; keeping work areas clean and free of hazards
- Completion of GSE paperwork as required
- Carry out any other tasks necessary and required by the company
Benefits
- An employee Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) - 5% employer contribution
- A group insurance plan (life, medical, dental, short- and long-term disability)
- A 3-week vacation allowance (6%)
- Company profit-sharing
- Telemedicine program for employee and family members
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employee and family members
- A retirement allowance program
- A program of flight privileges and discounted travel with several airlines around the world
- Various innovative recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
