Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures - Calgary

WestJet’s Calgary facility is currently looking for a Structures Technician to safely and efficiently maintain WestJet’s fleet of aircraft.

WestJet offers industry leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice:

ACA Premiums starting at 7%, increasing 1% every 3 years to a maximum of 12%

Night Shift Premium of $2.00/hour

Fuel Tank Entry Premium of $7.00/hour

Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period)

AOG Pay of 1.5 for duration of AOG trips (including non-working hours)

Our WestJet Savings Plan includes a company match of 20% with options to contribute to an RRSP, TFSA or Cash Savings Plan, providing flexibility and choice based on employees’ individual investing goals

Travel Privileges including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages

Comprehensive, flexible Employee Benefits including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance and ADD, STD and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage)

PPE Allowance, Tool Allowance and Uniform Allotment

Profit Share and Owner’s Performance Award

A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority)

Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department

A fun and friendly culture with the opportunity to work alongside some of the best AME’s in the industry

Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements:

Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) License with S & M2 ratings, or S rating only (original documentation required).
At least 5 years of structures experience on large transport aircraft or an equivalent environment.
Hands-on experience completing a variety of minor and major repairs and modifications.
Flexibility to work shifts and occasional overtime as operational needs require.
Willingness to travel throughout the WestJet network when needed.
Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in a physical environment that may require climbing, kneeling, and maneuvering in confined spaces.
Strong computer skills, including experience with maintenance systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

What You'll Do:

Exercise Aircraft Certification Authority privileges in support of WestJet aircraft operations.

Partner with our Line Maintenance teams to support scheduled checks, IROPS, and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) events.

Collaborate with skilled maintenance professionals to ensure aircraft are repaired and maintained safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards across the WestJet network.

Complete and maintain accurate maintenance documentation in accordance with Airworthiness Certification Authority requirements.

Provide mentorship, guidance, and leadership to mechanics and apprentices involved in maintenance activities.

Act in alignment with WestJet's values, policies, and Code of Conduct, always supporting the best interests of the company and our guests.

Contribute to a positive team environment and take on additional responsibilities as required.

Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:

Obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) issued by Transport Canada
Obtain and maintain Airside Vehicle Operators Permits (AVOP). Must have a valid Driver’s Licence and a clean driver’s abstract
Complete a pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fitness for the position including audiometric testing
Produce a clear police background and criminal record check
Pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test for substances including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis

In addition to your application, please upload the following documents into your West Jet Career Profile in a Word, PDF, or JPEG format, each saved as it's own file, and labelled as Last Name - Document type (ex: Smith - Passport):

COPY OF YOUR AME LICENSE (FRONT AND THE BACK OF YOUR LICENSE)
PASSPORT
*B737 / 787 AND / OR Q400 ENDORSEMENTS
*CANADIAN PERMANENT RESIDENT CARD OR WORK PERMIT
*First Aid Certificate

*If applicable