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Join the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre, where aviation is our passion! We have grown since our beginning in 1932 from a flying club to now having partnerships with Conestoga College and the University of Waterloo to help students follow their dreams of becoming pilots.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Open Positions
Grow Through Aviation
Position Overview
WWFC Maintenance Department supports the Flight School by ensuring aircraft are well maintained and ready to support the Flight Department. The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is responsible for maintaining aircraft to a high standard of safety while maintaining operational efficiencies.
Primary Responsibilities
- Ensures that all maintenance procedures and inspections are carried out as per the maintenance schedule and/or the manufacturer’s maintenance manual
- Performs all maintenance activities in accordance with the applicable standards of air worthiness
- Ensures that all documentation is done according to company procedures and CARs
- Performs and/or assists with troubleshooting and rectification of defects
- Ensures that all aeronautical products installed on all aircraft have proper certification
- Ensures that all unserviceable aeronautical products are tagged with the company unserviceable tags and placed in the quarantine area
- Accurately complete all work order such as service documentation, log books and shop logs in a timely manner
- Performs various duties including engine runs and aircraft towing, as trained and authorized to do so
- Helps with maintaining a clean and safe workplace including some general shop maintenance/clean up
- Demonstrates the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statement, policies and current standard business practices.
- Performs other related duties as required
Requirements
- Aircraft Maintenance Diploma, or graduate of a recognized AMT/AME program or AME M1 license
- 2+ years of experience
- Experience with fixed wing aircraft, preferably small piston engine aircraft
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Mechanically inclined, ability to work with your hands.
- Strong time management, organizational and communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy of work
- Must be computer literate.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as work independently
What we offer:
- A group that loves to fix problems and come up with creative solutions
- Comparative salary based on company pay scale commensurate with experience
- Benefits package
- Free onsite parking
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Social events
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume in a single document to careers@wwfc.ca.
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Do you enjoy the outdoors and working with your hands? Do you have strong customer service experience? Are you passionate about airplanes and aviation? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, we’d love to welcome you aboard!
Summit Fuels Services is a subsidiary of Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre and is looking for part-time Ramp Operators. We are looking for a hands-on person who has flexible availability. We offer a great comprehensive training program.
Position Overview
The Ramp Operator is responsible for providing superior service in care and handling of our fleet, fuel trucks and building, from maneuvering aircraft on ramp, to assisting the pilot/crew in assuring their service needs are met timely and efficiently through communication with dispatch, fuel, and maintenance.
These responsibilities indicate the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain excellent customer service for both clients and outside aircraft operators
- Fuel aircraft per flight crew/flight plan requirements
- Fuel ground support equipment (gasoline or diesel) as required
- Completes and submits all documentation associated with fueling activities
- Ensures aircraft are on ramp ready for first flights of the day
- Arrange hangers at nights with the purpose of establishing the most efficient opening for the next day
- Elementary work on aircraft (filling tires with air, etc.)
- Collects and disposes of the buildings recycling on a daily basis
- Use of the WWFC Kubota Tractor 1 and 2 to safely clear Apron 1, Apron 2 and the parking lot.
- Snow removal on sidewalks including sand or salt when required
- Disposes of snow safely in designated areas on the field
- Assists with preparing and maintaining budget tracking income and expenditures
- Demonstrates the Company’s mission, vision and values statement, policies and current standard business practices.
- Performs other duties as required
Requirements:
- Post Secondary preferred
- Proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook
- Excellent organization, communication, multitasking and time management skills
- Ability to pay attention to details and ensure accuracy of work
- Knowledge of aviation an asset (general aviation)
- Team player in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to make decisions and implement them in a safe and efficient manner
- Follow oral and written directions; plan and complete assigned duties on a regular schedule; and maintain good working relationships with others
- Must be 18 years of age or over
- Must have a valid driver’s license
What we offer:
Summit offers comparative salary based on Company pay scale commensurate with experience. We offer paid time off, professional development opportunities, free onsite parking, and an environment where you can grow.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume in a single document to careers@wwfc.ca.
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
We have multiple opportunities for Flight Instructors!
We offer high-quality instruction to students seeking a career in the aviation industry at various levels. Instructors not only teach in the aircraft, but also in the simulator and ground school classes. Instructors will be expected to teach lessons from PPL through to Multi-IFR, as per appropriate ratings and training, and to have some administrative responsibilities in addition to flight training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Canadian Flight Instructor Rating
Preference will be given to applicants with some, or many of the following:
- Group 1 Instrument Rating
- Previous employment as a pilot
- Airline Transport Pilot License
- Mulit/IFR teaching experience
- Aviation Degree/Diploma
Pay: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume in a single document to careers@wwfc.ca.
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to give back to aviation by instructing the next generation of pilots? Do you want to work for an organization that emphasizes employee and student success? Are you entrepreneurial and have great leadership skills? If so, you should apply!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Instructor is an experienced, safety and service-oriented professional. You will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality, efficient flight training program through the supervision, direction, and development of instructional personnel and flight training programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contributes to the continuous improvement of WWFC’s flight training programs by:
- Leading or contributing to program enhancement or delivery projects, as assigned
- Acting as a flight training subject matter expert
- Evaluating the effectiveness of the training process, and developing and implementing training process improvement
- Demonstrating an action- and solution-oriented approach to providing direction, problem-solving or correction to ensure programs are delivered effectively.
- Upgrade training (Multi-Engine, IFR, FIR)
- Continuous improvement of MEIR Program and FIR program performance, including syllabus & training resource enhancement, process streamlining, and instructor training and development
Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities for a team of instructors of any class, including:
- Coaching instructors regarding syllabus framework and lesson conduct
- Support instructor professional development and training activities, including monitoring flights or other training events
- Support student success through the identification of issues and the development of training remediation plans
- Upgrade, additional, remedial, and recurrent training for assigned flight instructors
- Conducts supervisory staff meetings
Facilitates the delivery of training programs by:
- Performing direct flight, ground, and simulator instruction
- Conducting competency-based assessments with a focus on finding and correcting root causes
- Conducts debrief of the evaluation/training flight for students and instructor, including, discussion on strengths and weaknesses, and recommendation(s) for improvement
Other
- Promotes a positive attitude towards learning and embracing new technologies.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the training process and implement training process improvement
- Evaluates and recommend emerging training software technology and tools to support continued efficiency and improvements in departmental processes
- Demonstrates the Company mission, vision, and values statement, policies, and current standard business practices.
- Performs various other duties as required to meet organizational objectives.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Aviation Flight Management
- 5-10 years of relevant leadership experience
- 2-5 years of instructional delivery
- Class I or II Flight Instructor Rating
- Focus on service – identifies and anticipates customer requirements, expectations, and
- Strong leadership, team-building and managerial skills
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and conflict management skills are
- Aviation instruction is a highly specialized function that requires the instructor to have prior aircraft operating experience and the ability to hold creditability and the attention of the student/customer attendees
- Critical Skills: Proficiency with Micro Soft tools, ability to work in a team environment and support cultural diversity.
- Comparative salary based on Company pay scale commensurate with experience
- Excellent Benefits package
- Free onsite parking
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Amazing work culture where you can learn and grow
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.
Note: This posting is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.