Apprentice AME (Avionics)

Position Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice - Avionics 

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Status: Full Time 

Start Date: Immediately 

Who We Are!

Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut. 

At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team!  Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.

About the Opportunity

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals?  Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.  

At Calm Air, work is about what you do AND where you go! This position will have the opportunity to share their skills at all our bases throughout Manitoba and Nunavut and gain experience at a wide range of facilities.

The sky is the limit!

What You'll Get to Do
Reporting directly to the Base Engineer and taking direction from the on-shift Crew Chief, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice assists the licensed AME with the maintenance, service, inspection, and diagnostics of Aircraft engines (including propellers and rotors). This also includes electrical systems, components, and accessories on the aircraft.

• Carry out line and heavy maintenance
• Interpret technical drawings as required
• Handle daily flight snags
• General duties related to hangar and equipment upkeep
• De-icing duties as required
• GSE Repairs and Servicing as required
• Participation in the Safety Management System
• Maintain all assigned training required within job role
• Other duties as assigned

Hours of Work

• Shift work is required and may include mornings/afternoons, evenings, nights, and weekends

Skills & Experience We Value 

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Must provide proof of completion of approved training in the form of a diploma with valid TCCA approval number
• Basic Computer skills (word, excel, office)
• Knowledge of an airline’s operations an asset
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Must be able to work independently or in a team setting
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Travel may be required
• Ability to lift 75lbs
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Security Clearance qualification
• Inuktitut language considered an asset
• Preference given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries