YYC - AME Apprentice

Job summary

The AME Apprentice will work alongside licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to perform maintenance on SW4 Metroliner aircraft. They are responsible for gaining hands-on experience and developing the technical skills required to progress toward their AME license.

Job details

We are seeking an experienced AME Apprentice to join our Maintenance team in Calgary, where our dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Engineers specialize in the SW4 Metroliner. In this position you will have the opportunity to work alongside skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and gain the hands-on experience needed to progress toward your AME license in a professional and supportive environment. It is a great opportunity to build a career with a team that values safety and continuous development. If you are looking for a long-term career with a respected aviation organization that invests in its people, we encourage you to apply. Carson Air Ltd. is a growing aviation company headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, with operational bases in Vancouver, Calgary, Prince George, and Fort St. John. As a subsidiary of Exchange Income Corporation, we have proudly delivered essential aviation services for more than 30 years. Today, we connect Alberta and British Columbia with air cargo services, while also providing pilot training and medevac services throughout BC. Our success is built on a deep commitment to safety, reliability, and the people who make our operations possible. The successful candidate will enjoy a Monday-to-Friday schedule designed to support work-life balance, which is seldom encountered in the aviation industry. The successful candidate can expect: Apprentice pay starts at $24.00 an hour, scaling up for experienced candidates. Mentorship from experienced licensed AMEs Ongoing technical and aircraft-specific training Career development and advancement opportunities A strong safety culture and collaborative work environment Join our team in YYC and develop the skills, experience, and knowledge needed to build a strong foundation for your future. We support the health and well-being of our employees by offering a safe and welcoming workplace and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes: Extended health and dental coverage Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Ongoing training and professional development Opportunities for advancement within Carson Air and Exchange Income Corporation Required Certification, Education, Experience, and Skills Graduate of a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization (ATO) Previous practical experience as an AME Apprentice considered an asset Commitment to completing apprenticeship requirements and achieving AME licensing Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail Strong organizational and time-management abilities Positive attitude and professional work ethic Effective verbal and written communication skills Basic computer proficiency Ability to work rotational shifts Physically capable of performing aircraft maintenance duties safely Carson Air is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Carson Air Ltd.’s Head Office is located at 200 - 6197 Airport Way Kelowna, BC V1V 2S2. Locations: Prince George: 4245 Hangar Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 4M6 - Kelowna: 6095 Airport Way, Kelowna BC, V1V 1S1 – Vancouver: 5360 Airport Rd South, Richmond BC V7B 1B4 -Forth St. John: 9945 Cariboo Way Fort St. John, BC V1J 4J2- Calgary: Hangar 59 393 Palmer Rd NE, Calgary AB

What you’ll do

The AME Apprentice will work alongside licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to perform maintenance on SW4 Metroliner aircraft. They are responsible for gaining hands-on experience and developing the technical skills required to progress toward their AME license.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization and possess strong mechanical aptitude. A commitment to completing apprenticeship requirements and achieving AME licensing is essential for this role.

Benefits

• Extended health and dental coverage • Retirement Savings Plan • Employee Share Purchase Plan • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Ongoing training and professional development • Career advancement opportunities

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aircraft maintenance
• Mechanical aptitude
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Time-management
• Communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Mentorship
• Communication
• Operations
• Problem Solving
• Strong Work Ethic
• Detail Oriented
• Continuous Development
• Positivity
• Time Management
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Safety Culture
• Aircraft Maintenance

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Apprentice
• Aircraft / A & P Mechanic
• Aircraft Engine Mechanics and Repairers
• Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians