Posted 9 days ago
AME-M Student Learner
@ Conair Group Inc.
Abbotsford, British Columbia
Overview
Conair Group Inc. is hiring a Student Learner for a temporary aircraft maintenance placement at its Abbotsford Airport location, running January 5 to April 2, 2027, with dates negotiable. The role offers supervised hands-on work on aircraft maintenance, repair, inspection and modification alongside experienced technicians, and requires current enrolment in an AME-M diploma program.
Responsibilities:
- Perform supervised aircraft maintenance, repair, inspection and modification tasks
- Follow Conair safety regulations and procedures
- Assist fellow employees professionally and courteously
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 diploma and currently enrolled in AME-M course
- Basic understanding of aircraft servicing and maintenance
- Experience with tools, sheet metal and mechanical and power machinery
- Familiarity with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
- Must be able to commute to Abbotsford Airport location
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Aircraft Maintenance |
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Conair Group Inc.
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Protecting Our World
Full company description
For over 50 years Conair Group Inc. (Conair) has led the aerial firefighting industry, supporting government agencies with the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing fleet in the world, operating in Canada, the US, Australia and France. A skilled team of 350 professionals equips the company’s 70 aircraft with the latest tools and technology, going above and beyond to ensure aircraft are ready to dispatch when needed to respond to wildfires. With a focus on safety, Conair offers pilots a specialized Training + Tactics Centre, the only one in the world of its kind, providing access to simulators that produce successful missions in real world operations. Conair’s versatile fleet includes Bird Dogs, Land-Based Airtankers and Amphibious Aircraft. The newest airtanker is the Dash 8-400AT, with a 10,000 litre capacity to drop suppressant over diverse geography. The airtanker is converted at Conair's hangars in Abbotsford at a pace of one every 75 days. Offering a depth of resources, Conair provides wildfire agency partners the full advantage of economies of scale when enhancing, modernizing, or outsourcing operational support for their aerial firefighting resources. Conair provides aircraft for purchase, lease or contract, offering specialized services including engineering, flight operations and fleet maintenance related to aerial firefighting. We incorporate four values into everything we do and base all of our corporate decisions and actions on these fundamentals: • Supporting each other • Refining our safety practices • Improving service to our customers • Being accountable for our commitments. Individually and collectively, we are accountable for our performance, the delivery of our commitments and the results delivered to our customers.
- LinkedIn followers
- 18,729
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 280
- Reported office locations
- 1510 Tower Street, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, CA
- Business categories
- Air Transportation
- Public Safety
- Aerospace
- Other recorded names
- Conair Group Inc.
- Conair Aerial Firefighting
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
For over 50 years Conair Group Inc. (Conair) has led the aerial firefighting industry, supporting government agencies with the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing fleet in the world, operating in Canada, the US, Australia and France. A skilled team of 350 professionals equips the company’s 70 aircraft with the latest tools and technology, going above and beyond to ensure aircraft are ready to dispatch when needed…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Abbotsford, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1969 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 80 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 16 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.
We are seeking motivated students currently enrolled in diploma program in Aircraft Maintenance to join our team as Student Learners. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about aviation and eager to gain hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance alongside industry experts in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Duration:
This is a temporary position from January 5th, 2027, until April 2nd, 2027. Dates are negotiable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform supervised aircraft maintenance, repair, inspection, and modification tasks under the guidance of experienced technicians.
- Adhere to Conair’s safety regulations, policies, and procedures while performing maintenance duties.
- Act as a team player by assisting fellow employees professionally and courteously in their tasks.
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 diploma and currently enrolled in AME-M course.
- Basic understanding of aircraft servicing and maintenance requirements to ensure aircraft remain serviceable and airworthy.
- Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changes, and follow instructions accurately.
- Experience working with tools, sheet metal, and mechanical and power machinery.
- Strong ability to work professionally within a team environment and contribute to a positive work atmosphere.
- Familiarity with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) related to aircraft maintenance.
- Must be able to commute to our Abbotsford Airport location.
***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***
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