ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Canadian Base Operators’ Southport team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. As a proud partner with Kelowna Aerospace Defence Programs, we deliver numerous support services tailored to our client, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).
The Navigational Aids Technician is a full-time, permanent role located in Southport, MB and reports to the Nav Aids Supervisor. Their primary focus is to perform maintenance activities on various pieces of equipment including communications, weather, airfield and navigational aids devices. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Assist in the installation and corrective maintenance of electronic components, airfield equipment and systems
• Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments according to technical manuals and written instruction
• Maintain equipment manuals, regulatory documentation and test/calibration equipment
• Ensure work is performed in compliance with Workplace Safety, ICAO and Transport Canada Standards
• Prepare and submit purchase orders for replacement parts and consumable items to maintain equipment
• Perform log-keeping duties consistently to create an accurate record of equipment history
• Attend training courses as required to obtain qualification on equipment
• Complete timesheets, work orders, estimates and equipment preventative maintenance forms in an accurate and timely manner
• Comply with all related policy, procedure and regulation
• Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of electronics training program
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• No prior experience necessary, however, experience in maintenance of electronic equipment in the aviation industry is an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Interpret diagrams and specifications on a variety of equipment, including manufacturer’s manuals and parts books
• Organization and time management
• Established safety practices, procedures and techniques
• Applicable local and provincial labor codes
• Business operations processes
• Organization and time management
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willing and able to travel
• Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License or equivalent
• Able to obtain Radio Operator and Airside Vehicle Operator Permits
• Possess an Enhanced Reliability Clearance or be eligible to obtain same
Canadian Base Operators complies with all applicable COVID-19 requirements. This may require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, provide attestations regarding vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, or satisfy other conditions of employment that Canadian Base Operators deems appropriate. Employees may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of employment (except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation).
Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.