Interior Installation Apprentice
- Peterborough, ON, Canada
$25 CAD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $25 CAD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Are you interested in becoming a part of an innovative in-house maintenance facility working on private aircraft? Flexjet, an award-winning organization, is currently looking for Interior Installation Apprentices to join our team for a career-focused, “earn while you learn”, on-the-job experience.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist with the removal, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and installation of aircraft interior components including seats, sidewalls and interior paneling, carpets and insulation, windows, galleys and lavatory modules, passenger service and support systems.
- Support installation and removal of interior furnishings and appliances (seats, cabinets, tables, galley equipment, etc.) under supervision
- Assist in interior modifications, refurbishments, and repairs as directed
- Work both inside aircraft and in shop environments
- Operate hand tools and power tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Learn to interpret technical documentation including drawings, task cards, and work instructions with guidance
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Communicate effectively with Crew Leads and team members regarding work progress and any challenges encountered
- Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and Transport Canada regulatory requirements
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical training in aviation, manufacturing, construction, or a related field is considered an asset
- Previous hands-on experience (assembly, installation, construction, automotive, cabinetry, etc.) is considered an asset
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (English required)
- Basic computer skills (Windows and MS Office)
WORKING HOURS:
This is a full-time position, and hours of work or shift patterns may change due to business operational needs. Flexibility is required and at present, the standard hours of work are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
COMPENSATION:
Hourly: $25.00/Hr
We offer competitive compensation including 6% RRSP matching, 10% deferred compensation, second-shift premium, and Health/Medical/Dental/Life benefits to qualified and highly motivated candidates.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Regular periods during which physical effort is required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment
- Exposure to factors such as temperature variations/extremes, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, and materials which can cause periods of discomfort.
- Work involves repetitive, hands-on tasks requiring sustained physical effort and manual dexterity.
- Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
- Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
- Frequent need to give concentrated attention, with one or two senses at a time, where stimuli are changing.
- Occasional direct and indirect pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The apprentice will help remove, install, clean and inspect aircraft interior components such as seats, panels, carpets, windows and galley modules. They will work both inside aircraft and in the shop, under supervision, while learning to read technical drawings and work instructions.
Requirements
Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent and strong English communication. Hands-on experience and aviation or manufacturing training are assets, along with attention to detail, teamwork and basic Windows and MS Office skills.
Skills
- Aircraft interior removal and installation
- Aircraft seat installation
- Galley and lavatory module installation
- Interior panel and sidewall installation
- Carpet and insulation installation
- Hand tool operation
- Power tool operation
- Reading technical drawings
- Interpreting task cards
- Work instructions interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Verbal and written communication in English
- Microsoft Office
- Windows
- Transport Canada regulatory compliance
- Workplace safety procedures
- Shop and in-aircraft work
- Cabinetry
- Assembly
Benefits
- 6% RRSP matching
- 10% deferred compensation
- Second-shift premium
- Health, medical, dental and life benefits
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Trades
Keywords
- aircraft interior
- aircraft maintenance
- interior installation
- apprentice
- aviation
- private aircraft
- aircraft seats
- cabinetry
- galley installation
- avionics
- aerospace
- hand tools
- power tools
- technical drawings
- work instructions
- Transport Canada
- MS Office
- Windows
- manufacturing
- assembly
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Retirement plan
Tools
- hand tools
- power tools
- MS Office
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- aviation
- manufacturing
- construction