Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Join Our Team at Keewatin Air - Your Career, our Commitment, Let's Make a Difference!

With over 50 years of distinguished service and 120,000 flight hours, Keewatin Air stands as the premier choice for air medical transport in the Canadian Arctic. Our advanced fleet, equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, delivers critical care in the most remote and challenging environments, profoundly impacting the communities we serve.

From isolated locations to hospital transfers, our highly trained teams meticulously manage every aspect of the transport process, showcasing our unwavering commitment to excellence.

We are more than a transport service, we are a lifeline for the Arctic, dedicated to compassion and excellence in every mission.

Locations: Cambridge Bay, Churchill, Iqaluit, Igloolik, Ottawa, Rankin Inlet, Thompson, Winnipeg, and Yellowknife

Job Summary:

The Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice works under the supervision of Production Manager to learn and perform tasks related to maintaining and repairing aircraft.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Completion of trade school is not required for this Apprentice position
• Completion of a Transport Canada-Approved AME basic training program an asset but not required
• Experience on King Air, Pilatus PC12, and Citation 560 aircraft an asset but not required
• Must have a Valid Canadian Driver’s License with no restrictions
• Able to acquire and maintain Transport Canada security clearance (RAIC)
• Able to acquire and maintain Airside Vehicle Operator Permit-AVOP
• Have a strong knowledge of Transport Canada regulations
• Indigenous Awareness and/or Cultural Diversity training considered an asset
• Must have a valid passport (for rotational positions)

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Assist in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft
• Support the inspection, servicing, and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and structural systems
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues under supervision
• Ensure proper use of tools, manuals, and safety procedures during maintenance tasks
• Complying with safety and regulatory standards in all work operations.
• Duties as assigned by Production Manager or Crew chief
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment to ensure safety
• Aircraft washing and cleaning when required

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and trainability.
• Respectful and professional, with a positive work attitude
• Effective listening and communication skills: Coordinating with team members and departments to ensure smooth operations
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting constraining deadlines
• Able to work well independently and as well within a team environment
• Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated
• Must possess strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Proven time management skills with a strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written skills

Working Conditions:

• Shift Work: 7 days on/ 7 days off (Winnipeg based) and 14 days on / 14 Days off (rotational).
• 12-Hour shift - days and evenings
• Work in Hangars and Repair Stations including Airport Ramp that may require working directly on the tarmac, which can be exposed to various weather conditions.
• The work environment can be noisy due to aircraft engines and other machinery.
• Physical activities including, but not limited to lifting, sitting, standing, climbing and must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Physical demands include exposure and handling of hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, and chemicals, necessitating proper safety gear and procedures

Do you want to build a career in aviation with a leader in the air ambulance industry? Are you ready to commit to your professional success and join an equally committed organization? Are you seeking competitive compensation and benefits?

Benefits:

KAL offers employees a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Company Events

• Critical Illness Insurance Coverage

• Employee Educational Assistance

• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Discount Travel, car rental, retail, and gym membership

• Group Insurance (Dental Care, Extended Health Care, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Vision Coverage)
• RRSP match
• Retention Bonus
• Wage Increase (Annual)

At Keewatin Air, we actively encourage and support employee career development by providing internal training programs that assist employees in growing professionally within the organization. Also, we support employees who wish to pursue educational opportunities outside of the company at established educational institutions.

Mission:

We will distinguish ourselves by being the leaders in safe, high quality aeromedical service and air transport, through a total commitment of improving service, listening to our customer needs, and an uncompromising integrity in everything we do

Values:

• Leadership— We will lead the aeromedical field by consistently providing excellence in patient care and education.
• Safety— We will separate ourselves in the air transportation field through our uncompromising commitment to Safety.
• Adaptability— We are able to exceed our customer's expectations by providing exceptional, reliable services in the remote and challenging environments in which we operate.
• Growth— We encourage the development and continuous improvement of our operations through innovation and forward-thinking.
• Communication— We maximize our operations through clear, effective, and efficient communication with our stakeholders.
• Teamwork— We invest in the growth and development of each employee through mentorship, encouragement, and training.
• Respect - We foster an atmosphere and culture of respect, honesty, and fairness for all members of our team.

Keewatin Air LP values and support employment equity and workplace diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.