ABOUT COULSON AVIATION

Coulson Aviation is a global aerial firefighting company that operates in Canada, the USA, Australia, and Chile.

Coulson Aviation operates with a fleet of large aerial firefighting aircraft consisting of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With our fleet, we can run rapid aerial fire suppression, including initial attack and extended attack protocols.

Coulson Aviation is a part of the Coulson Group of companies. We are a growing organization that has been in business for 65 years. Due to our company growth and expanding footprint, we are looking to add Structures Technicians to our team.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The Structures Technician maintains or modifies different types of aircraft to aviation standards. The incumbent possess the ability to:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and modify aircraft to an aviation standard. Be able to read drawings and take instruction and work to industry standards
• Looking for high quality workmanship with attention paid to detail
• Understanding of process sheet and assembly process sheet requirements
• Interpret information from technical drawings
• Assembly of parts or repairs using structural fasteners as defined in technical drawing
• Ability to identify appropriate repairs in aircraft Structural repair manual
• Treatment of corrosion and application of corrosion protection / Application of required sealants
• Enrolled in OJT training program, Aero studies/Human factors / Knowledge and use of MSDS
• Proper maintenance and use of measuring equipment including validation of calibration and shop supplied tooling
• High quality workmanship with attention paid to detail
• Maintain a tidy work area and be able to keep accurate work records
• Work in a high paced environment. A willingness to get the job done
• Open to the idea of travel and working in and outside of the United States

REQUIREMENTS:

• A&P (S) preferred, however, all levels of experience will be considered.
• Approved training course completed is preferred (ICS also accepted).
• Interpret Manuals/Drawings/Technical Data/Process standards.
• Good hand skills.
• Communication (spoken and written) take direction.
• Ability to work at heights and confined spaces.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Reliable and punctual.

BENEFITS:

• Full Time Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.

Compensation for this position will be competitive with market rates and based on experience.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any element of the job application process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.