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Our work also includes specialized geomatics, remote pilot operations, charter flights, and tours. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and practical aviation solutions, we use advanced technologies to support clients in a changing social and economic landscape.\nAll company practices and policies are to be implemented to protect the public, company team members, contractors, visitors, property, and the environment.\nVolatus Aerospace strives to achieve and maintain a zero-incident and accident record. All team members play a vital role in daily operations by maintaining and applying safe work practices in all companies’ operations.\nJob Overview\nWe are looking for self-directed, motivated Apprentice AMEs who want meaningful hands-on experience across a varied fleet while developing in a supportive maintenance environment. Based at Villeneuve Airport, this role offers steady local work, practical mentorship, exposure to both helicopter and fixed-wing operations, minimal field requirements, and no extended tours away from base.\nKey Responsibilities\nAssist licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers with scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities.\nPerform inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairs under supervision.\nSupport maintenance tasks in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, and manufacturer specifications.\nAccurately complete maintenance records, technical documentation, and work orders.\nAssist with aircraft component removals, installations, and functional testing.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.\nParticipate in continuous improvement, safety, and quality assurance programs.\nSupport aircraft availability and operational readiness across the fleet.\nRequired Qualifications\nDiploma with accreditation, in a recognized Aircraft Maintenance program.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\nAbility to read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and instructions.\nExcellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.\nStrong communication and teamwork skills.\nValid Class 5 driver's license.\nAbility to obtain and maintain airport security clearance and travel to the USA.\nPreferred Qualification\nPrevious aviation maintenance experience through co-op, internship, or apprenticeship placements.\nFamiliarity with rotary-wing or fixed-wing aircraft operations.\nExperience working in a maintenance, aviation, or industrial environment.\nHours Of Work And Work Environment\nThe position is an onsite role, and the Employee is required to perform their duties primarily at the Company’s designated workplace at Villeneuve Airport, as directed by the Company.\nThe standard work schedule consists of forty (40) hours per week, subject to operational requirements.\nFrom time to time, the Employee may be required to maintain reasonable flexibility in working hours to support operational needs, time-sensitive maintenance, aircraft-on-ground events, or business priorities.\nThe role is performed in an aircraft maintenance environment and may involve exposure to noise, machinery, fuels, lubricants, weather conditions, and other workplace hazards.\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs\nAbility to stand, kneel, bend, and work with tools for extended periods.\nWhy Join Volatus Aerospace\nLaunch your aviation maintenance career with a hands-on team that values safety, mentorship, and variety. 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