Job Title: Sheet Metal Mechanic Heavy Aircraft Maintenance

Job Description

This role focuses on performing heavy maintenance checks and structural work on aircraft skins for Q400 and ATR 172 fleets. You will carry out troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and modifications on aircraft structures in a dynamic hangar environment, ensuring all work meets aviation standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

- Perform heavy maintenance checks on aircraft skins for Q400 and ATR 172 aircraft, following approved procedures and maintenance manuals.
- Troubleshoot structural and sheet metal issues on aircraft, identifying root causes and determining appropriate repair solutions.
- Carry out aircraft structural repairs, including removal, fabrication, fitting, and installation of sheet metal components and assemblies.
- Execute aircraft modifications and installations in accordance with engineering drawings, blueprints, and regulatory requirements.
- Apply advanced sheet metal techniques to repair and maintain aircraft structures within a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment.
- Interpret and work from blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to ensure accurate and compliant structural work.
- Perform line maintenance activities as required, supporting ongoing aircraft operations and readiness.
- Conduct heavy check (I/C) tasks on assigned aircraft, ensuring all inspection and corrective work is completed to a high standard.
- Collaborate with team members and other maintenance personnel to coordinate work, share information, and ensure efficient workflow.
- Adhere to all safety, quality,



and regulatory standards while working on the hangar shop floor and within airport facilities.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a protected, organized condition and report any issues that may affect safety or productivity.

Essential Skills

- Extensive structural MRO experience, ideally around 10 years working in aircraft maintenance and repair environments.
- Strong background in aircraft maintenance with a focus on sheet metal and structural work.
- Proven experience in aircraft modification, repair, and installation on commercial or regional aircraft.
- Ability to troubleshoot structural issues and perform complex repairs on aircraft skins and components.
- Proficiency in blueprint reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Experience performing heavy maintenance checks, including heavy check (I/C) activities.
- Line maintenance experience supporting operational aircraft.
- Valid S License or equivalent authorization relevant to aircraft maintenance work.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based operation and collaborate with colleagues on the hangar floor.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience working on DHC 800 and/or ATR aircraft is considered an asset.
- DHC 300 endorsement is a strong advantage for this role.




- Previous experience with Q400 and ATR 172 aircraft structures and systems is highly beneficial.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced MRO workplace with changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality in all maintenance activities.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long‑term contract in a stable, team‑oriented maintenance environment with strong support for travel and living expenses. You benefit from paid flights in and out, paid accommodations, a daily per diem, and paid mileage if driving, creating a highly supportive arrangement for technicians coming from out of town. The operation values collaboration, flexibility in scheduling, and a skilled atmosphere focused on safety, quality, and long‑term engagement.

Work Environment

Work takes place on the hangar shop floor and within an airport environment at YEG, with access to standard aircraft maintenance tools, equipment, and facilities. The setting is team‑based and collaborative, requiring technicians to work well with others and contribute to a positive, safety‑focused culture. Typical operating hours are Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with flexibility to work any day and select 810 hour shifts within that window. The environment is hands‑on, structured around heavy maintenance checks, and supports consistent, long‑term project work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Winnipeg, MB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered

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🏢 Aerotek
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