Job Description Summary: The Field Service Technician will provide direction and assistance to a work group to meet assigned objectives. In this role you will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short‑term planning. The role will be responsible for supporting the R391 (C130) Composite Propeller System and related components at a customer site.
Location
On‑site at Trenton, Ontario airforce base
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Hands‑on repair and maintenance of Composite Propeller System and related components
Provide general technical direction and assistance to the customer in the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of GE products
Provide on‑site interpretation of data and technical instruction
Provide Project Engineering, Program Management and Field Service management with complete and prompt information regarding status of programs, customer problems, failures, trends, and climate
Provide communication to Product Support and Field Service regarding all program activities and problems through regular, timely reports
Assist the team in scheduling maintenance and workload
Assist in ensuring parts meet established schedules
Make recommendations on findings
Review effectiveness of maintenance actions in order to identify training needs
Anticipate requirements beyond those that immediately affect the program and assist in implementing actions to satisfy those requirements
Perform intermediate and depot level maintenance
Assist in ensuring tools meet required calibration schedules
General housekeeping and adhering to shop requirements
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/ GED with a minimum of 4 years of aviation experience performing extensive repairs as well as maintenance and repair work on aircraft or engines/propeller systems)
Ability to utilize detailed manuals, drawings, works instructions and other documentation
Desired Qualifications & Experience
Robust oral and written communication skills in English
Robust interpersonal and leadership skills
Proven analytical and continuous improvement mindset
Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally