Line Maintenance AME (M or E) *Hiring Bonus Included*
Team Member Vancouver Base, Richmond, BC, CA

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1943

Salary Range: $38.03 To $45.65 Hourly

Note: $2,500 Signing Bonus for Licensed AMEs & Earn $2,500 per Endorsement (up to 5).

We’re all about the craft.

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,200 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW
The Line Maintenance AME (M or E) has advanced technical knowledge and experience in supporting fleet operations and is a trusted troubleshooter with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. The focus is on supporting KF Cargo’s ATR Fleet and third-party maintenance turns. YVR line maintenance is looking at expanding to support other operators and fleet types.

LOCATION
This position is based in Vancouver, BC

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical

Receives and departs aircraft

Completes daily inspections

Engages in advanced trouble shooting on multiple aircraft and generates alternatives to maintain aircraft in service

Clears up log book snags

Performs independent critical and non-critical systems checks.

Releases aircraft for flight

Completes MOC functions when required

Performs planned maintenance as required

Identifies, obtains, uses and tests appropriate tools for the jobs

Documentation & Administration

Ensures appropriate documentation is completed accurately and on time for own work and for the work of other crew members as required in areas where they are endorsed

Sources required technical information in maintenance manuals in an accurate and timely manner

Safety





Safely operates all ground equipment

Ensures all crew members and non-crew members wear appropriate PPE

Understands, applies and promotes the Risk Management System

Understands, applies and promotes Health and Safety Policies

Understands, applies and promotes safe handling practices with the aircraft

Maintains a high level of housekeeping / cleanliness

Actively looks for opportunities to ensure and improve the safety of the crew and others

Supervision and Developing Others

Engages team members and delegates snags

Communicates required information and testing for understanding

Demonstrating professional conduct and positive customer orientation

AME’s typically perform minor GSE & facility maintenance when GSE needs assistance

Travel & Shiftwork

Line Maintenance AME’s may be required to travel to other locations to support ATR fleet (I.e. Victoria, Prince George, & Kamloops)

Shifts are typically 11.4 hours, 4-5, 5-4 rotation and include days and afternoons and weekends

Line Maintenance AME’s must be physically capable of performing the duties of the job, including working at heights, under pressure, and in poor weather conditions

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 5 years as a licensed AME

Preferably with experience/endorsement on ATR, B737NG, B737MAX, A321

Thorough understanding of Transport Canada regulations.

Ability to obtain and maintain TC RAIC Access and Ground Operating License (AVOP’s)

WAGE
Transport Canada Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (with at least 2 years of experience) earn an hourly wage starting at $38.03 up to $45.65. Plus an additional ACA pay(up to $4.50/hr)with room to grow into Senior (up to $51.27) and Shift Lead roles (up to $55.04).

BENEFITS

Relocation Assistance

Health and Dental

Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

Health Spending Account & Personal (Wellness) Spending Account

Paid vacation and Personal time off

The chance to bank overtime

Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

A bonus program based on organizational performance

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📌 Line Maintenance AME (M or E) *Hiring Bonus Included* (British Columbia)
🏢 KF Aerospace
📍 British Columbia