Ornge Careers

APPRENTICE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Reference #: 2026-131

 
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.

We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers. 

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

Launch Your Aviation Career with Ornge – Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you ready to take flight in your career? Ornge is seeking passionate and driven individuals to join our team as Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers at our Sudbury and Thunder Bay bases.

At Ornge, we don’t just maintain aircraft - we support life-saving missions across Ontario. As an apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians, gaining hands-on experience with our fleet of medically equipped aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that values safety, precision, and purpose.

Why Ornge?

• Meaningful Work: Every aircraft you help maintain plays a critical role in delivering vital care to patients in need.
• Mentorship & Growth: Learn from industry leaders and build a strong foundation for your AME career.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting where no two days are the same.
• Locations That Fit Your Lifestyle: Choose between the scenic beauty of Sudbury or Thunder Bay.

If you're ready to start your journey in aviation maintenance with a team that makes a difference, apply today, and help keep Ontario’s air ambulance fleet flying safely.

Key Accountabilities:

Under guidance, conducts administrative tasks related to aircraft maintenance and support to ensure adherence to Company policies and procedures while maximizing operating efficiencies:

• Updates technical records into company tracking system.
• May create and submit Technical Safety occurrence reports (TSR) within Ornge.

Under guidance, executes daily maintenance activities on operational company aircraft in accordance with company policies, manufacturer’s publications, and Canadian Aviation Regulations:

• Carries out scheduled maintenance requirements under supervision to maintain serviceability of operational company aircraft.
• Assists in actioning unscheduled maintenance events to return operational Company aircraft to serviceable status for operations.
• Conducts preventative maintenance inspections on company tooling / aircraft maintenance support equipment.
• Accountable to a system of effective individual tool control of employee-owned tooling, and company tooling / equipment.

Learns to conduct extensive “heavy” maintenance inspections, repair, modification, and overhaul of non-operational company aircraft in accordance with long-term maintenance planning requirements for fleet serviceability:

• Works under supervision of AMEs on aircraft to complete scheduled maintenance procedures as required by Company policy, manufacturer’s publications, and Canadian Aviation Regulations.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized workspace while completing maintenance procedures.

Maintains currency of all training and requirements by regulation and company policies:

• Carries out required company training when due.
• Maintains progress of tasks for completion of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship in Task Logbook with increasing level of competencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hours and Location of Work:

• Averages to 40 hours per week.
• Rotating day shift pattern.
• May be required to work various shifts and overtime, including days, weekends, statutory holidays, and on-call in a 24/7 environment.
• Candidates must live or be willing to relocate within close proximity to the base location.

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma is required.
• Transport Canada accepted Basic Training Program with a College Certificate (18-month accreditation) is mandatory.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and retain a Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.
• A Criminal Record Search will be mandatory.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and e-mail.
• Please note: Employees required to wear respiratory protective equipment must ensure a proper facial seal, including being clean-shaven, to maintain health and safety standards.

Total Rewards:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefit Plan.
• Defined Contributions Pension Plan with Employer Matching Contributions of 126%, Automatic Enrollment.
• 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more!

At Ornge, we are:

• Community connectors.
• Equity in healthcare.
• Strong in our convictions.
• Proud of the services we provide.
• Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.

You can expect us to be:

• Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
• Promoters of diversity.
• Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
• Committed to your career advancement.
• A tight-knit, supportive culture.

A bit about you:

• You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
• Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
• Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
• You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.

What’s next:

• If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
• On apply, we’ll send you an email on how to check your application status within Jobvite.
• Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected].
• Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities. 
• Ornge communicates with candidates for job openings by email and does not incorporate AI technology in its recruitment process. Applicants are responsible to check their email for updates and ensure they can receive messages from unfamiliar senders. We send time-sensitive information via email; it is important for applicants to check their email frequently. If we do not receive a response from applicants, we will assume that they are no longer interested in the position, resulting in the removal of their application from the competition.

Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.

Ornge. Lives uplifted.