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Technician Licensed, GSE

Canadian North7 days ago
Yellowknife, NT
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Extended healthcare coverage
Short-term & long-term disability
Life and dependent life insurance

About the role

Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada.

Why Work With Us?

  • Purpose-Driven Mission — Your work matters
  • Tight-Knit, Inclusive Team — You’ll feel valued and supported
  • Career Growth Opportunities — Across the North and beyond
  • Experience the North — Adventure meets purpose
  • Trusted Airline of the Arctic — Be part of something bigger

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

Group Insurance Benefits

  • Extended healthcare
  • Short-term & long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Dependent life insurance
  • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Group Dental Benefits

  • Starts after 1 month of regular active employment

Retirement Savings Plan

  • Available after 6 months of regular active employment

Travel Privileges

  • Eligible for Canadian North flights after 1 month
  • Additional travel privileges are available after probation. Fly with Canadian North’s affiliated airlines at a great price worldwide
  • Reduced rates and free travel passes!

Cargo Privileges

  • Access to personal cargo shipment as per the Employee Travel Guide and Company policy

Ready to Get Started?
If you’re reliable, safety-focused, and ready for adventure, we want to hear from you. Join a company where people count on you, and where you can count on a career that matters.

About this position

The Technician Licensed, GSE is responsible for the repair, diagnosis, and PM of all GSE equipment within the Canadian North equipment list.

This is a rotational position. 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, 12-hour days, 7 days a week for the rotations. Your four weeks "on" will be based in Yellowknife, NT. Travel assistance and rotational accommodation are provided.

Reporting to: Manager, Ground Support Equipment

Level: As per the GAFAE Collective Agreement

  • In accordance with the GAFAE Collective Agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interested candidates should be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Service, troubleshoot and repair of ground support equipment;
  • Ensure that all work carried out is properly documented;
  • Maintain care and control of Company publications, tools and equipment;
  • Use shop equipment in accordance with safety standards;
  • Maintain clean and orderly work areas;
  • Provide excellent customer service;
  • Ability to travel away from base;
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent related work experience;
  • Minimum Five (5) years of previous experience;
  • Must possess automotive and heavy equipment repair experience with working knowledge of gasoline, diesel, and propane engines/systems;
  • Must hold an Automotive Technician license or Coach/Truck or Heavy Equipment license;
  • Inter-provincial certification considered an asset;
  • Previous experience with minor welding and fabricating considered an asset;
  • Basic knowledge of electronics, fuel injection systems and hydraulic systems considered an asset;
  • Must possess a valid drivers license;
  • Must possess minimal hand tools;
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision;
  • Must have the ability to perform physical labour related duties;
  • Must have the ability to travel to our remote communities;
  • Ability to communicate in Inuktitut an asset;
  • Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Pass in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Closing date: October 16, 2025

About Canadian North

Airlines and Aviation
1001-5000

Canadian North has been connecting people and communities across Inuit Nunangat and NWT for over 70 years and offers cargo, charter and scheduled service to more Northern destinations than any other airline. Canadian North is 100% Inuit owned through Makivik Corporation and the Inuvialuit Development Corporation.