Simulator technician 1-1

As part of the Technical Services department within CAE’s Civil Training and Services division, you will perform all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on several CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and associated devices at the CAE Training Center in Toronto, ON.

Description In this role, the Simulator Technician I will be expected to perform routine technical tasks on site, in field or laboratory. Receive training in the various phases of laboratory, office, plant or field technical work.

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Utilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all designated training activities.
• Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight on designated simulators.
• Perform basic visual alignments.
• Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain the simulators as required.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts received, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.
• Perform tasks to support the technical services group as required.

• 2-year technical degree or 4 years in an electronic, avionic, or technical related field.
• Minimum of 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and to adapt to changing work schedules.
• Ability to interpret system prints and schematics.
• Proficiency in operating test equipment (oscilloscope, multi‑meter, signal generator, logic analyzer, etc.).
• Knowledge in analog and digital theory.
• Computer literate (PC and/or computer mainframe/architecture).
• Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repairs.
• Some Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite.
• Fluency in English.

Working conditions:

Ability to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time up to 8-10 hours per day. Ability to pick up 25 lbs or more. Stooping, squatting may be required. Able to repair equipment in various spaces.

• Shift premium
• Stock purchase plan
• Extended medical benefits
• Defined benefits pension plan
• Flexible vacation plan

Pay rate range: $24.50 - $28.00 per hour.

Regular

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