Great careers at WestJet

Technical operations 

Perform exceptional maintenance on our fleet to keep our aircraft safe and reliable.

Upcoming TechOps recruiting events

 EventLocationCentral Aircraft Maintenance Engineers  Association 27th Annual Aviation SymposiumWinnipeg, MBWestJet recruiting eventCalgary, ABWestJet recruiting eventEdmonton, ABAtlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference (ARAMC 2025)Halifax, NSAlberta Aviation Aerospace and Defense SummitCalgary, ABEventDateCentral Aircraft Maintenance Engineers  Association 27th Annual Aviation SymposiumFebruary 20th,  21stWestJet recruiting eventFebruary 26thWestJet recruiting eventMarch 13thAtlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference (ARAMC 2025)April 23rd, 24th,  25thAlberta Aviation Aerospace and Defense SummitMay 5th - 7thEventAdditional detailsCentral Aircraft Maintenance Engineers  Association 27th Annual Aviation SymposiumVisit our booth on the floor and chat with a recruiter about future TechOps opportunities at the WestJet Group.
Get tickets for the symposium on the CAMEA website  WestJet recruiting eventRead more and apply to attend with this form.
Note: This event is by invitation only and attendance is limited.WestJet recruiting eventMore details coming soonAtlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference (ARAMC 2025)WestJet recruiters will be attending and available to discuss future TechOps opportunities. Learn more on the ARAMC websiteAlberta Aviation Aerospace and Defense SummitMore details coming soon

Event Location Date Additional details
Central Aircraft Maintenance Engineers  Association 27th Annual Aviation Symposium Winnipeg, MB February 20th,  21st Visit our booth on the floor and chat with a recruiter about future TechOps opportunities at the WestJet Group.
Get tickets for the symposium on the CAMEA website  
WestJet recruiting event Calgary, AB February 26th Read more and apply to attend with this form.
Note: This event is by invitation only and attendance is limited.
WestJet recruiting event Edmonton, AB March 13th More details coming soon
Atlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference (ARAMC 2025) Halifax, NS April 23rd, 24th,  25th WestJet recruiters will be attending and available to discuss future TechOps opportunities. Learn more on the ARAMC website
Alberta Aviation Aerospace and Defense Summit Calgary, AB May 5th - 7th More details coming soon

Don't see your location listed? Check back later, as we continue to add more recruiting events across Canada in the coming weeks and months.


 

Who you are

If you are passionate about aviation, work well in a team and in a fast-paced environment, like hands on work, have exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, we’d love to have you join the team. 

 

What you'll do

As a member of the Technical Operations team, you will perform daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft while making safety a top priority.  

 

Locations

Calgary, Abbotsford, Edmonton, Halifax, Hamilton, Kelowna, Montreal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto, Winnipeg, Vancouver, Victoria

What we're looking for

Technical Operations role requirements

To be an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer or Avionics Technician at WestJet, you must: 

  • Hold a Transport Canada license (AME – M2) (AVT – E License) 
  • Be flexible to work shift work, night shifts and overtime 
  • Be able to travel for base coverage and possible AOG trips 
  • Be able to obtain a driver’s airside license, AVOP, & airport-restricted area pass 
  • Complete and pass a criminal background check 
  • Complete and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test 
  • Complete and pass a functional physical assessment 

 

If successful, all new Technical Operations employees will be required to spend their first week at the WestJet Calgary campus for onboarding and training. Travel and accommodations will be provided.

Compensation and benefits

Technical Operations compensation and benefits

We have a fun and friendly culture where we work together to win!  

As a member of the Technical Operations team, you can look forward to the following perks: 

  • Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA) premiums starting at 7 per cent (increasing by 1 per cent every 3 years to a maximum of 10 per cent)
  • Tool, uniform and personal protective equipment allowance 
  • A 5,5,4 shift rotation 
  • Minimum two weeks of vacation with increase after four years of service, plus applicable statutory holidays 

 

We also offer a competitive total compensation and flexible benefit package, including the WestJet Savings Plan, owner’s performance award, profit share, and flight privileges.  

Career paths

We want to see each and every employee reach their full potential

Here are just some of the Technical Operations career path opportunities you can pursue* at WestJet: 

  • Maintenance control 
  • Quality assurance 
  • Operations management
  • Line maintenance management 
  • Fleet engineering 
  • Maintenance planning 
  • Safety and reliability 
  • Powerplant engineering 
  • Technical training 

*Each employee’s career path is unique, and we cannot guarantee timing for growth opportunities. We encourage development and growth, and your leader will support you with your path.

Ready to apply?

Apply now to become a part of the Technical Operations team at the WestJet Group!