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Aircraft Assembler
Assemblers are employed to work with prefabricated parts and components, usually in a production line environment under relatively close supervision environment to assemble aeronautical components. They may work with prefabricated parts and components, complete aircraft, aircraft subassemblies, systems, and other aeronautical products Assemblers may also work in specialized shops.
An Assembler designation may work or qualify as:
Aircraft Production Line Worker
Aviation Production Line Worker
Electrical/Electronic Assembler
Mechanical Assembler
Structural Assembler
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| WHAT CERTIFICATIONS ARE REQUIRED? |
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People in this group need some high school or preferably a high school diploma, and most receive comprehensive on-the-job training. Aircraft assemblers require aviation or aeronautical technology programs emphasizing aircraft manufacturing provided either by the employer or by a public education facility.
Diploma: None
Apprenticeship: None
Licensing: None
Recurrent Training: Employer determined.
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| WHAT ARE THE CORE COMPETENCIES OF THE POSITION? |
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The following core competencies are required:
- Detail orientated
- Ability to replicate tasks
- Safe work practices and techniques
- Communication and basic tasks
- Fluent written and verbal English is mandatory
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| WHAT TYPE OF WORK EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED BEYOND CERTIFICATION? |
On the job training as required.
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| WHAT ARE THE WAGES? |
$10.00 - $20.00 per hour
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| WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS? |
Aircraft Assemblers almost exclusively work in aircraft production facilities as production line workers. As such, candidates can expect to work in a factory type atmosphere inclusive of mechanical noise and odor.
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| WHERE ARE THE JOBS? |
Employment opportunities are primarily in Eastern Canada, but a number of the large aerospace employers in BC, particularly helicopter MRO's, employ aircraft assemblers. |
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