apprentice avionics technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Avionics maintenance technology/technician

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work site environment

• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Hot

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Inspect electrical and avionics systems
• Install aircraft instruments
• Ensure that the installation, maintenance, repair and overhaul of systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Overhaul aircraft instruments
• Repair and overhaul, modify, install and test aircraft electrical systems and equipment
• Test electrical, electronic and instrument components
• Troubleshoot communications, navigation, and autoflight equipment
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and inspect aircraft systems and components

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Avionics Mechanic Trade Certification
• CAMC Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certification

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Aircraft experience

• Small turbine helicopter
• Medium turbine helicopter

Type of industry experience

• Aircraft manufacturing
• Corporate aviation
• General aviation

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is available
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available