Job Summary:
Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the Shop Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of aircraft parts and components.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Carry out repair and maintenance on aircraft parts and components such as aircraft batteries, wheels, leading edges, engines, propellers, auxiliary power units and commissary equipment.
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Perform maintenance under the supervision of the Shop Lead ACA to the level required to obtain a Shop Certification Authority (SCA)
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Complete and certify repair orders
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Ensure that all documentation used for the repair of parts/components are to the latest amendment (aircraft batteries, tires and wheels)
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Ensure safety rules, regulations and precautions are being observed by all employees
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Ensure the shop is tidy at the end of the shift
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Maintain shop equipment/tools in good working condition
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Assist in “on the job” training for new employees and apprentices
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Maintain yourself up to date with technical information required by the shop
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Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
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Attend training as mandated by the company
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Assist in AOG line maintenance
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Other duties as assigned
Behavioural Competencies:
Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
Qualifications:
- Mechanical experience an asset
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Able to lift at least 23kg (batteries, wheels, etc.)
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Has completed approved training on the applicable parts/components
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Must also be knowledgeable of the provision set in the Canadian Aviation Regulations for the proper performance of his/her duties
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Ability to make decisions and meet deadlines while handling multiple responsibilities
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Ability to work on a permanent basis in Canada
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Dependability (must have a clear attendance record and reliable on time reporting for work)
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Energetic and a self-starter
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Strong mechanical aptitude
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Must be able to obtain an unrestricted airport security pass
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Valid full G Driver’s License and a clean driver's abstract
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Able to work cohesively as part of a team
Company Description:
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.
