The Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Structures, will be responsible to study and interpret engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to understand assembly requirements, assemble sheet metal parts and components to create sub-assemblies or finished products adhering to strict quality aerospace industry standards, adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, contributing to a safe and efficient working environment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Qualified to perform structural repairs/major mods installation tasks under the supervision of a licensed Structures Technician in a manufacturing production environment.
- Responsible to the assigned leader and have ability to take direction verbally and through printed media.
- Basic knowledge of standard practices and structures systems, accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, drawings, system schematics, engineering orders, test documents, manufacturer’s installation manuals.
- Have a basic understanding of other aircraft systems i.e. hydraulic, flight controls and major components.
- Complete structural repairs/major mods in accordance with drawings.
- Repair, fabricate parts and components; fabricate per drawings and standard practices.
- Perform system checks and inspections to ensure structures systems are in compliance with industry and safety standards.
- Keep accurate records of all work performed and maintain inventory of tools and equipment.
- Maintain a clean work area and alert the leadership team of any safety concerns; take immediate action or report immediately any unsafe conditions.
- Responsible for ensuring both accuracy and traceability of parts removed or installed on Aircraft.
- Perform other work as assigned and willing to work shift work.
- Properly utilize Structures test equipment to perform systems tests.
- Properly utilize and maintain Structures hand tools to perform installations and repairs.
- Safely operate ground support equipment, i.e. Power carts, lifts (when properly trained), etc. as required.
Education & Experience:
- Shall hold or working towards a current AME “S” Transport Canada license or related experience.
- Open to apprentice from accredited AME program.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Internet.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with all De Havilland Aircraft of Canada products is considered an asset.
- Possess knowledge expected of an Aircraft Structure Technician on aircraft types handled by the Company.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs.
- Ability to acquire a Transport Canada issued Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).
- Flexibility to change shifts is required.
