Note: $2,500 Signing Bonus for Licensed AMEs & Earn $2,500 per Endorsement (up to 5).
We’re all about the craft.
KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,200 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Line Maintenance AME (M or E) has advanced technical knowledge and experience in supporting fleet operations and is a trusted troubleshooter with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. The focus is on supporting KF Cargo’s ATR Fleet and third-party maintenance turns. YVR line maintenance is looking at expanding to support other operators and fleet types.
LOCATION
This position is based in Vancouver, BC
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical
• Receives and departs aircraft
• Completes daily inspections
• Engages in advanced trouble shooting on multiple aircraft and generates alternatives to maintain aircraft in service
• Clears up log book snags
• Performs independent critical and non-critical systems checks.
• Tow aircraft
• Releases aircraft for flight
• Completes MOC functions when required
• Performs planned maintenance as required
• Identifies, obtains, uses and tests appropriate tools for the jobs
Documentation & Administration
• Ensures appropriate documentation is completed accurately and on time for own work and for the work of other crew members as required in areas where they are endorsed
• Sources required technical information in maintenance manuals in an accurate and timely manner
Safety
• Safely operates all ground equipment
• Ensures all crew members and non-crew members wear appropriate PPE
• Understands, applies and promotes the Risk Management System
• Understands, applies and promotes Health and Safety Policies
• Understands, applies and promotes safe handling practices with the aircraft
• Maintains a high level of housekeeping / cleanliness
• Actively looks for opportunities to ensure and improve the safety of the crew and others
Supervision and Developing Others
• Engages team members and delegates snags
• Communicates required information and testing for understanding
• Demonstrating professional conduct and positive customer orientation
Ground Service Equipment & Facilities
• AME’s typically perform minor GSE & facility maintenance when GSE needs assistance
Travel & Shiftwork
• Line Maintenance AME’s may be required to travel to other locations to support ATR fleet (I.e. Victoria, Prince George, & Kamloops)
• Shifts are typically 11.4 hours, 4-5, 5-4 rotation and include days and afternoons and weekends
• Line Maintenance AME’s must be physically capable of performing the duties of the job, including working at heights, under pressure, and in poor weather conditions
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum 5 years as a licensed AME
• M2 License
• Preferably with experience/endorsement on ATR, B737NG, B737MAX, A321
• Thorough understanding of Transport Canada regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TC RAIC Access and Ground Operating License (AVOP’s)
WAGE
Transport Canada Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (with at least 2 years of experience) earn an hourly wage starting at $38.03 up to $45.65. Plus an additional ACA pay (up to $4.50/hr) with room to grow into Senior (up to $51.27) and Shift Lead roles (up to $55.04).
BENEFITS
HOW TO APPLY
Be a part of our craft. Apply at kfaero.ca/careers today!
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KF Aerospace is a Canadian company that provides aircraft maintenance, manufacturing, and modification services.