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Induction Maintenance Lead Hand (in hangar / no field work)

Abbotsford, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 11, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Induction Maintenance Lead Hand will supervise and guide AME technicians while coordinating maintenance activities for aircraft undergoing airtanker conversion. They are responsible for ensuring workflow efficiency, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with Transport Canada requirements.

Job details

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. Reporting to the Induction Maintenance Crew Leader, the Induction Maintenance Lead Hand will work alongside the existing Maintenance Lead Hand and will collectively be responsible for supervision and guidance of AME’s, personnel allocation, and scheduling. Independently, the Lead Hand may be required to manage their own maintenance projects. Able to work under varying supervision on aircraft undergoing conversion to Air Tankers, including heavy maintenance, troubleshooting and major component replacements. Able to operate independently and exercise good judgment. This position is based in Abbotsford. In this role your duties will include the following: Lead a team of AME’s in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on aircraft undergoing Air Tanker conversion. Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks. Conduct thorough inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft systems, components, and structures. Provide technical guidance, training, and support to maintenance technicians to enhance their skills and knowledge. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, and repairs performed. Collaborate with the Induction Maintenance Crew Leaders to develop maintenance schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans. Ensure compliance with Conair policies & procedures and Transport Canada Requirements. Participate in safety meetings, investigations, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues We are looking for someone with: Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems, structures, and components; Minimum 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with demonstrated leadership capabilities; Proficiency in interpreting technical manuals, drawings, and schematics; Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills; Effective communication and interpersonal abilities; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities; Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement; Ability to act with professionalism; Ability to work effectively under pressure. Training/Education: Holder of Transport Canada AME M2 License Successful completion of an AME category M training course from a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization. Q400 type training and experience considered an asset. ***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Transport Canada AME M2 License and have at least 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance. Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems and demonstrated leadership capabilities are required for this role.