Job Description

Apply By: Thursday, November 6, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

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Job ID:

235620

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services

City:

Dryden

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

2 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 30 months

Job code:

93002 - Mtce Mechanic 1

Salary:

$25.11 - $27.14 Per hour
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.


Do you have training in aircraft maintenance? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience? If so, then consider this exciting opportunity with the Ministry of Natural Resources' Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.

Note:

During this apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to progress to the Maintenance Mechanic 2 (MM2) classification upon successful completion of 12 months at the Maintenance Mechanic 1 classification. The pay range for the MM2 classification is $26.98 - $29.90 per hour.

The Ministry

The Ministry of Natural Resources provides opportunities for resource development and outdoor recreation for the continuous economic and social benefit of the people of Ontario; and to administer, protect, and conserve public lands and waters. The Ministry's programs are concerned with the use of the physical resources such as land, water, trees, fish, animals and certain minerals for resource utilization and recreation.

The Branch

The Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services Branch provides forest fire management services for the province including fire management policies and strategies, fire prevention and detection, and the basic resources for managing forest fires; aviation flight and maintenance crews and equipment in support of forest fire and natural resources management, and other specialized aviation services, including non-scheduled air transport to all government ministries and agencies; and emergency management in response to forest fires, floods, drought/low water, dam failures, erosion, soil and bedrock instability, crude oil and natural gas exploration, natural gas and hydrocarbon underground storage, and salt solution mining emergencies.

Why work for the Ontario Public Service?

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.



We offer:

A defined benefit pension plan Comprehensive Health Plan Life and Disability insurance Flexible work arrangements Collegial and professional work culture Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas On-the-job training to support your success in the role


This competition will be used to fill future vacancies.

About the job

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As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice, you will provide maintenance services to the fleet of Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources' aircraft by:

assisting licensed aircraft engineers with inspecting aircrafts to detect faults analyzing pilot reported flight defects assisting with all necessary repairs or adjustments determining repair or rectification procedures assisting pilots with loading aircraft and security cargo installing and removing special equipment

What you bring to the team

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Mandatory requirements

You have completed training in aircraft maintenance through a Transport Canada approved training course, such as a 2 year technology diploma program. Successful completion will be confirmed prior to hire. You have the ability to obtain a Restricted Radio Telephone Operator's Certificate. You have the ability to obtain airport security clearance per regulatory requirements.

Technical Knowledge

You have knowledge of specialized methods and techniques of aircraft maintenance. You have knowledge of the proper function of engines, flight, hydraulic, avionics, undercarriage and propulsion systems. You have knowledge of the interaction of aircraft systems to assist in evaluating and classifying flight defects.

Technical Skills

You have the ability to use precision tools, hand tools and related aircraft test equipment. You have the ability to work with computerized maintenance systems. You have the ability to work with a high degree of coordination and dexterity and the ability to lift and manipulate aircraft components.

Essential Skills

You have interpersonal and communication skills to clearly convey technical information. You have analytical skills to assist in determining the cause of the aircraft deficiencies.

Don't meet every qualification?

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If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.



Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.



Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

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Apply by:

Thursday, November 6, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

2 English Temporary, duration up to 30 months, 149 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 4.7

Category:

Maintenance and Trades

Posted on:

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Note:

N-NR-235620/25(2)

How to apply:

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You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matiere de langue et evaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichees en francais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaitre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont evalues en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/francais), vous devrez egalement passer un test de competences linguistiques en francais.

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