This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Why WestJet
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We're proud to be one of Canada's most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off
Looking for the ideal aviation career? Join our highly skilled team as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and contribute to the safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft- Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX, and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400). As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a agile team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority. As part of our team, you'll embody teamwork and integrity while upholding WestJet's core values.
WestJet offers industry leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice
ACA Premiums starting at 7%, increasing 1% every 3 years to a maximum of 12%
Night Shift Premium of $2.00/hour
Fuel Tank Entry Premium of $7.00/hour
Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period)
AOG Pay of 1.5 for duration of AOG trips (including non-working hours)
Our WestJet Savings Plan includes a company match of 20% with options to contribute to an RRSP, TFSA or Cash Savings Plan, providing flexibility and choice based on employees' individual investing goals
Travel Privileges including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages
Comprehensive, flexible Employee Benefits including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance and ADD, STD and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage)
PPE Allowance, Tool Allowance and Uniform Allotment
Profit Share and Owner's Performance Award
A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority)
Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department
A fun and friendly culture with the opportunity to work alongside some of the best AME's in the industry
Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements
Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License required (M2 preferred)
Minimum 2 years' experience and/or endorsed on Boeing 737and/or 787 and/or Q400, or equivalent type of aircraftis preferred
Proven technical aptitude with strong airframe, powerplant, and flight control experience required
Legally entitled to work in Canada(must hold a Canadian