AME Apprentice - Montreal

WestJet offers industry leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice:   

Night Shift Premium of $2.00/hour 

Fuel Tank Entry Premium of $7.00/hour 

Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period) 

AOG Pay of 1.5 for duration of AOG trips (including non-working hours) 

Our WestJet Savings Plan includes a company match of 20% with options to contribute to an RRSP, TFSA or Cash Savings Plan, providing flexibility and choice based on employees’ individual investing goals 

Travel Privileges including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages  

Comprehensive, flexible Employee Benefits including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance and ADD, STD and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage) 

PPE Allowance, Tool Allowance and Uniform Allotment 

Profit Share and Owner’s Performance Award 

A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority) 

Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department    

A fun and friendly culture with the opportunity to work alongside some of the best AME’s in the industry 

What you’ll get to do as an AME Apprentice: 

Learn and perform all work assigned in accordance with the instruction and procedures described in Maintenance Manuals and WestJet task cards; 

Report any defect that is noted in the course of performing maintenance; 

Carry out maintenance or furnishings related duties as assigned; 

Responsible for accurately accounting for all maintenance tasks completed by updating logbook; 

Complete WestJet Apprentice training exercises in a timely manner – at least one a month over a 20-month period. 

Are you ready for your next adventure?  Ensure you meet the following requirements: 

Completion of a Transport Canada approved Aircraft Maintenance program with 18-month accreditation. 

95% Attendance 

70% minimum mark in each course 

Must display adequate knowledge and understanding to the Maintenance managers for the responsibilities associated with the position. 

Legally entitled to work in Canada (must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process)  

The physical ability to lift 62lbs and be able to sit, kneel and stand for extended periods of time 

Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and in a noisy workspace 

Ability to maintain a positive fit test to wear all safety and protective equipment including (but not limited) to a respirator apparatus 

Flexibility to work shift work (night shifts, weekends and holidays) including overtime when necessary 

Must be able to travel for situations where base coverage and/or rescue trips are required 

Strong computer knowledge and skills using various Maintenance programs and Microsoft Office Applications 

Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:  

Pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fit for position including audiometric testing Clear police background and criminal record check  Offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis  

* Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications that exceed the minimum requirements.   

 Join us and embark on a rewarding journey with the WestJet Group.