Shop Manager Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

Location: Calgary, AB

Division/Department: Avionics

Available vacancies: 1

About Avmax:

Avmax is a diverse company offering every product and service related to aviation. We have locations, operations, and deployment worldwide.

Our vision at Avmax Group Inc. ("Avmax") is to simplify our customers' aviation needs through dependable, globally integrated services with trusted results. Established in 1976, our locations include: Calgary (HQ) and Vancouver in Canada, Great Falls and Jacksonville in the USA, Nairobi in Kenya, and N'Djamena in Chad.

Avmax offers the following capabilities: Aircraft Leasing, Airline Operations, Avionics, Component Repairs, Engineering, MRO, Paint and Spares. Avmax's engineering division is a Transport Canada authorized Design Approval Organization (DAO). Avmax's maintenance division is a Transport Canada authorized Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO).

Why work at Avmax?

Avmax has a diverse workforce with opportunity for growth and career advancements. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, flexibility, work-life balance, and a friendly working environment.

We are proud of our work and commitment to create one of the leading workforce, products, and services in the Aviation industry.

About the Role:

Reporting

The Unlicensed AME-E reports directly to the Avionics Shop Manager.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Attitude
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Team Player

Key Performance Indicators / Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance checks and service on Avionics systems including but not limited to communications, navigation, autopilot, Pitot static, entertainment, radar, AC & DC power distribution and aircraft lighting etc.
• Perform day to day tasks related to Avionics installation, troubleshooting and repair on customer aircrafts and do follow-ups on existing services.
• Perform day-to-day Avionics equipment testing, troubleshooting, repairs, and calibrations, within a budgeted time.
• Perform bench related troubleshooting, testing and repairs.
• Provide technical assistance or guidance to the crew.
• Communicate when tasks are complete so the next trade can move onto the job.
• Ensure the work environment is safe and clean.
• Promote company values, vision, and mission.
• Operate various Avionics test equipment including, but not limited to, air data test set, navigation, indication and recording, pneumatic and autopilot systems.
• Document and report all work performed on a routine basis.
• Sign work sheets and work cards for work accomplished - completely and accurately.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Division Manager.

Qualifications

• Transport Canada Certified AME- E License will be considered as an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Shows integrity, ingenuity, and assertiveness in the performance of tasks.
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills with good quality workmanship.
• Employee is expected to work towards obtaining an ACA.
• Non-licensed will be given consideration.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years' experience in the field.

Our recruitment commitments:

• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Depending on qualifications, selected candidates may be offered a role at a more appropriate level.
• Avmax Group offers a competitive compensation package including an optimal benefits plan and pension plan.
• Avmax Group Inc. is dedicated to, and prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all of our employees. Avmax Group Inc. has specific policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices on the basis of the protected grounds dictated by Canadian legislation. We therefore encourage applications from qualified Aboriginal Canadians, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
• Avmax will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your HR Representative. Information relating to the needs for accommodation measure will be addressed confidentially.
• In order to be in compliance with the law, employees must be legally eligible to work in Canada.