Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME)

Yellowhead Helicopters Ltd. is currently seeking applications for licensed Helicopter Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) for both full-time and seasonal summer contract positions.  These positions would be operationally controlled out of our Prince George, BC facility and will require travel to various work locations across Canada including locations in remote Northern BC.

Position Overview:

Yellowhead Helicopters is looking for licensed AMEs that are endorsed on BK117, Bell 212, Bell 206 or Airbus AS350 series for secured project work.  Reporting directly to our Director of Maintenance, these are full-time or contract positions, which are available immediately.  Postings will be flexible for residing location; however, there is an additional incentive offered for AMEs willing to relocate to Prince George.

Experience Required

For all positions:

• AME must hold a Transport Canada approved Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (M) license;
• endorsement on aircraft is preferrable;
• strong understanding of the Canadian Air Regulations;
• excellent communication skills;
• ability to follow documented policies and procedures including pre-employment drug and alcohol test;
• Class 5 drivers license and acceptable drivers abstract;
• and appropriate skills and experience listed by type below.

Job Types:

• Full-time
• Fixed-term contract
• Seasonal

Salary: Competitive pay scale with permanent positions, $80,000 – 120,000 yearly, dependent on skills & experience.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education Required:

• AEC / DEP or Skill Trade Certificate

Experience Required:

• post AME (M) license: 2 years

License / Certification Required:

• AME (M) license

Work Location: 

• On the road, travel required