Sr Base Engineer - YUL - Dayshift (#1017)

AIR INUIT CORPORATE PROFILE

Air Inuit has been providing essential scheduled, chartered, cargo and emergency air transport services to Nunavik and beyond- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - for over 42 years. Collectively owned by the Inuit of Nunavik, through Makivik Corporation, the airline operates a fleet of 30 aircraft and employs approximately 800 employees in one of the world's most challenging flight environments.

Air Inuit Management and its team of dedicated employees are committed to pursuing their tradition of providing safe, punctual and courteous air service for the growing number of people living and doing business in this enchanting region of Nunavik in Northern Québec.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Assist the Sr Base Engineer in overseeing the base maintenance and planning/executing daily maintenance activities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in elementary maintenance training, direct engineers and apprentice engineers in their duties and work procedures and to ensure that approved methods and materials are being utilized in the performance of such work;
• Perform work on aircraft as outlined by applicable inspection instructions, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins or other approved technical information in accordance with accepted practices and ensure that such work is carried out in accordance with the applicable portions of the MPM;
• Ensure that all items of work are recorded and signed out as required on the applicable Maintenance Control forms;
• Ensure that all maintenance personnel under his supervision observe aircraft standard maintenance practices in accordance with the AMO's policies. Participate, as required, in the evaluation of personnel;
• Maintain in good order the AMO base facilities, such as shop, store, library, and its surroundings; and
• Carry out any other assigned duties as directed by the Production Manager;
• Carry out any other tasks necessary and required by the company.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a valid M1 & M2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license, with a minimum 5 years experience. Preference will be given to candidates holding the following endorsements: B737-200/300/400/500, DHC8, DHC6 & B300 endorsements are assets;
• Previous experience (minimum 5 years) supervising a team of personnel;
• Have successfully completed the qualifying exam for AMO certification privileges;
• Be familiar with the appropriate parts of the MPM, MCM, aircraft operations specifications and maintenance manuals necessary for the performance of his/her duties;
• Know the provisions of the Aeronautics Act, the Canadian Aviation Regulations and applicable Standards necessary for the proper performance of his/her duties;

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Location: Montreal, Quebec
• Company-provided work uniforms
• Modified work schedule (1700 hrs - 0415 hrs)

COMPENSATION

• Compensation and benefits are determined in accordance with corporate policy;
• Hourly wage starting at $42.53

BENEFITS

What we offer:

• 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.

OTHER BENEFITS

• This posting is eligible for the referral program for Air Inuit employees during the posting period indicated.
• External candidates holding endorsement on [Dash 8 100/300] [and/or Boeing 737] are eligible for a one-time signing premium of $5,000 CDN [for each of those endorsements]. This signing bonus is a taxable premium, payable after 6 months of continued service and must be repaid, in full, if the employee leaves voluntarily within 12 months following the hiring date.

APPLICATION

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. We are proud of our culture, which encourages diversity. We believe in fair employment practices. As such, all qualified candidates are considered for employment. However, only those selected for the recruitment process will be contacted.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted for ease of reading and is not intended to be discriminatory.

Air Inuit is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you have any questions about job accessibility at Air Inuit, please contact us at RH-HR@airinuit.com.