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"Cascade Aerospace is one of Canadas leading specialty aerospace and defence contractors - a place where we do cool things for great customers!" We invite you to consider a career with us - come, experience our creative, innovative, and performance-based company!
Job Description
The Academy Apprentice classification will perform academic tasks and tasks related to aircraft servicing, handling and maintenance. This job classification offers an opportunity to start a career in the aviation industry, without any formal trades education required as a prerequisite. The Academy Apprentice is eligible to receive a logbook and accumulate time towards eligibility of a Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Licence. After receiving adequate training, Academy Apprentices will be qualified to perform maintenance as per maintenance task completion records and record the details of the work in the applicable technical record while working with related technical documents.
This is a bargaining unit position and requires Controlled Goods Security Clearance, therefore only Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents are eligible.
Major Responsibilities & Duties
- Participate in a combination of classroom learning and on the job training.
- Perform aircraft maintenance work with the appropriate level of supervision once assessed as competent to perform the specific task.
- Observe and adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures.
- Complete all tests, presentations, and other required evaluations.
- Maintain a record/log as required.
- Ensure all paperwork, documentation and reporting associated with any maintenance or a repair action is completed accurately and in accordance with applicable regulatory and company guidelines.
- Perform other duties as required.
Core Skills
- Good communication skills: fluency both in written and verbal English is mandatory.
- Ability to perform basic and repetitive tasks.
- Safe work practices and techniques.
Education
- Intro to Aerospace Skilled Trades program or similar
- Grade 12 Diploma
Experience
- Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Must be capable of climbing ladders, work from heights and working in confined spaces
- Must have basic computer usage skills and experience
- A valid Driver’s license is considered an asset
- Previous operating ground equipment experience is considered an asset
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Employee retention and engagement is important to Cascade; we value our employees.
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Comprehensive benefits package provided. Extended benefits and the Employee Resilience Program (all 100 paid by Cascade) are offered after 3 months of employment and Pension matching after 6 months.
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ATO (Approved Training Organization) provides endorsement (type) training & development.
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Company-wide social events and family functions throughout the year.
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Compensation increases as per the Collective Agreement.
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Relocation Package available for qualifying candidates.
About Cascade
Cascade Aerospace Inc. is a dynamic, privately held Canadian specialty aerospace and defence contractor focused on providing long-term integrated aircraft support programs for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), military, government and commercial customers.
All employees are encouraged to realize their true potential and play an active role in fostering an environment of safety, quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. We are a diverse organization that strives to be respectful and inclusive of everyone and to treat employees fairly and equally.
At Cascade Aerospace we strongly believe in the value of teaming - with our employees, our customers, our suppliers, and our communities. It is by "Teaming with the best" and working collaboratively with our many partners that we are able to offer custom-tailored solutions for each customers unique requirements. Our value proposition is that we build enduring customer relationships, and our strategic focus is customer satisfaction. It is a driver in all our decisions.
Cascade Aerospace is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this in your application, cover letter, or resume.
