Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services. 

We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We’re fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Line Maintenance Support (LMS) Shop Manager, the Line Maintenance Support (LMS) Shop Technician is responsible for dismantling, cleaning, inspecting, repair/overhaul, testing and painting aircraft components.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment
• Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude
• Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential
• Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Accomplish the dismantling, cleaning, inspection, repair/overhaul, testing and painting of aircraft components
• Ensure all work is carried out using industry practices in conjunction with the applicable Aircraft and Component Maintenance Manuals, Perimeter policies/procedures and specifications set down by outside regulatory agencies
• Follow direction of SCA qualified personnel for on-the-job training and once qualified, mentor/train junior staff as instructed by management
• Maintain a neat and tidy workspace
• Make recommendations on policy and procedures to improve shop productivity and safety and to contribute to continuous improvement
• Perform all other tasks as assigned by Manager
• Comply with and actively promote Perimeter Safety Policies
• Take part in any CAPs as necessary when defined by Perimeter’s SMS
• Take part in correcting any audit findings as identified by Perimeter’s QA Dept
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Previous experience in the aviation industry considered an asset
• Post-secondary education in aviation or something related is considered an asset
• Previous experience related to component overhaul and troubleshooting is considered an asset
• Valid Driver’s License is considered an asset
• Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Physically able to perform all listed job duties
• Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role
• Work in a shop environment with full range of movement including, but not limited to, bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling daily