SkyCare Air Ambulance & Charters Job Board
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)
Description
About SkyCare
SkyCare is on a mission to support remote communities across Canada, deliver life-saving and essential air ambulance services, and provide specialized charter flights across North America, the Caribbean, and beyond. From time-critical medevac missions to essential cargo deliveries and specialized charters, we operate as far north as the Arctic Circle and as far south as the Equator, guided by our core values of Safety, Service, and Stewardship.
As a privately owned, family-operated Canadian air service provider, SkyCare continues to expand across Ontario and Manitoba. We’re growing our team and looking for dedicated individuals who share our passion for excellence and want to help build something meaningful.
Why Join Us?
• Impactful Work: Each year, SkyCare completes millions of miles flown, thousands of medevac missions, and hundreds of life-saving organ transfers.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, specialized training, and career advancement across aviation operations.
• Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, an Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and a group retirement savings plan.
Find out more at https://www.skycare.ca
Location: Kitchener, ON
Job Summary & Responsibilities:
The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is responsible for the maintenance, repair, modification, overhaul, and alteration of SkyCare’s aircraft. All maintenance activities must comply with policies, procedures, and instructions contained in the Maintenance Control Manual (MCM), Maintenance Policy Manual (MPM), and Transport Canada regulations. AMEs report to the Base Engineer and ultimately to the Director of Maintenance. The position follows a modified work schedule of one week on, one week off.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections on aircraft.
- Troubleshoot and rectify mechanical issues in accordance with approved procedures and manuals.
- Ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations and SkyCare's maintenance policies.
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including logbook entries and task cards.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure aircraft safety, performance, and airworthiness.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs to stay current with industry standards and technologies.
- Assist in the preparation and management of tools and equipment inventories.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and practices in the hangar and on the ramp.
- Participate in pre-flight and post-flight inspections as required.
Qualifications:
- Valid Transport Canada issued AME M1 license required; M2 rating is an asset.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
- Experience with Aircraft Maintenance Systems (AMS) is an asset.
- Previous experience with Navajo Chieftain, Metro/Merlin and Westwind 1124A aircraft an asset.
- Strong understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent trouble shooting skills.
- A strong commitment to Safety & Compliance.
- Motivated and self-directed with a desire to contribute to SkyCare’s success.
- Must have excellent communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
What You’ll Love About Working Here:
Your work will directly contribute to saving lives, worldwide. For more information about SkyCare and the impact you can be a part of, please visit: https://www.skycare.ca
How To Apply:
Submit your application online at http://skycare.applytojobs.ca/
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and thank all applicants for their interest in joining SkyCare however, only those who are selected will be contacted.
Closing Date: open until filled.
We embrace each other’s unique qualities through our commitment to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.
Compensation
$40.10 - $49.35 per hour