Non-Destructive Testing Trainee

Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services.

We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We’re fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network.

Position Summary

Reporting to the NDT Manager, the NDT Trainee is responsible to ensure that NDT tasks are performed in accordance with approved or acceptable procedures in an appropriate amount of time and in accordance with applicable quality standards.

The NDT Trainee will communicate effectively with department managers and other employees.

The NDT Trainee is responsible for ensuring that their work is carried out in a safe manner and in accordance with applicable safety standards.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment
• Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude
• Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential
• Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proven time management skills with strong attention to detail
• High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Ensure that work is performed as directed and to the standard expected by the attending supervisor and applicable regulations
• Shall be familiar with NDT shop manual and the MPM
• Responsible for maintaining yearly eye exams IAW Canadian CAN/CGSB - 48.9712 requirements
• Ensure that tasks are completed in an effective manner and that the quality of the work performed is per applicable company and regulatory standards
• Ensure that equipment being used has been calibrated as required
• Ensure that tools and equipment required are available and safe for use
• Follow direction of SCA qualified staff for on-the-job training
• Ensure that all tasks are carried out in a safe manner IAW applicable safety codes
• Ensure that good housekeeping practices are followed
• Actively participate in the Company’s Safety Management System
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications

• Possess or progress towards CAN/CGSB - 48.9712 (Canadian qualification and certification of NDT personnel) level 1, 2 or 3 certification in Eddy Current, Radiography and/or Ultrasonic testing. Liquid Penetrant and Magnetic Particle processes are considered assets
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent
• Ability to work with controlled goods, which requires a criminal records and reference check
• Hands-on NDT experience on a wide variety of aircraft, components and industrial environments is an asset
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Physically able to perform all listed job duties
• Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations
• Manual dexterity required using desktop computer and telephone
• Ability to work in confined spaces as well as work at heights
• Physically capable of working in a wide variety of industrial environments
• Various on-call shifts at a fast pace in order to meet service level requirements of the airline
• Work performed both indoors and outdoors; employee must be able to adapt to all outdoor weather conditions.

Methods and procedures described or implied in the job profile may be altered to accommodate employees.

Perimeter Aviation’s hiring policy is to recruit and select the best applicant for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Perimeter Aviation LP does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

We thank all candidates for their interest in the position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis which may result in an earlier application deadline.