Furnshing Technician

Join our highly skilled team as a Furnishing Technician and contribute to the safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft- Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400). As a Furnishing Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority. As part of our team, you’ll embody teamwork and integrity while upholding WestJet's core values.
WestJet offers industry-leading wages and benefits. Here's why joining us is the ultimate choice:
Night Shift Premium of $2.00/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
Key deliverables include:
Fix interior snags in Boeing 787, 737NG, 737 MAX, and Q400 aircraft
Liaise with Operations Managers, Operational Leads, and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) for scheduled and irregular maintenance, and clearing of deferred maintenance
Perform all work assigned in accordance with the instruction and procedures described in the Maintenance Procedures Manual (MPM)
Coordinate with the planning department to develop work scope for heavy check packages
Coordinate with the Stores Department to obtain parts for repairs of interior components
Ensure safety is priority including maintaining a tidy workspace
Assign work to Furnishing Apprentices
Perform duties and tasks as assigned
Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements:
Minimum 4 years’ experience with aircraft interiors, removal and re-installation is required
Boeing overhaul and line and/or interior maintenance experience an asset
Possession of CAMC or CCAA certification is required
Legally entitled to work in Canada (must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process)
Proven technical aptitude and strong experience troubleshooting and time management skills
Working knowledge of the illustrated parts catalogue, aircraft applicability and service bulletins
The physical ability to lift 62lbs and be able to sit, kneel and stand for extended periods of time
Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:
Obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) issued by Transport Canada
Obtain and maintain Airside Vehicle Operators Permits (AVOP). Must have a valid Driver’s Licence and a clean driver’s abstract
Complete a pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fitness for the position including audiometric testing
Produce a clear police background and criminal record check
Pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test for substances including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis
In addition to your application, please upload the following documents into your West Jet Career Profile in a Word, PDF, or JPEG format, each saved as it's own file, and labelled as Last Name - Document type (ex: Smith - Passport):
COPY OF YOUR AME LICENSE (FRONT AND THE BACK OF YOUR LICENSE)
PASSPORT
*B737 / 787 AND / OR Q400 ENDORSEMENTS
*CANADIAN PERMANENT RESIDENT CARD OR WORK PERMIT
*First Aid Certificate
*If applicable