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MATTHEW FREIRE

Milton,ON

Summary

A talented and efficient Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with 12 years of experience in the airline industry. Currently working towards a Teacher of Adults certificate with a passion for teaching. Holds Transport Canada approved endorsements on Boeing 737-600/700/800 NG and Boeing 737 MAX 8/9 aircraft types. A strong communicator with focused attention to detail and a proactive concentration on workplace safety. Confident to take the knowledge and experience gained as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and utilize these strengths to be an influential asset within the learning atmosphere at Mohawk College.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

WestJet Airlines
05.2014 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis, identifying root cause of malfunctions on a daily basis.
  • Carried out complex non-routine maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained repair records to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Inspected aircraft for compliance with regulations, company standards and safety requirements.
  • Signed aircraft maintenance releases on a daily basis.
  • Audited maintenance work packages to ensure Transport Canada and company policy compliance.
  • Supervised and instructed apprentice mechanics.
  • Performed technical operations safety audits.
  • Read and understood manufacturer documentation, Transport Canada directives and technical schematics.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, gearbox assemblies, fuel delivery systems, hydraulic components and flight controls.
  • Carried out heavy maintenance B-Checks and C-Checks.
  • Performed in-depth maintenance tasks on various aircraft types including the Boeing 737-600/700/800, 737 MAX 8, Boeing 767-300ER, Boeing 787 Dreamliner and De Havilland Dash 8-400.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

WestJet Airlines
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Carried out heavy maintenance B-Check tasks on a daily basis.
  • Removed and installed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight controls.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis, identifying root cause of malfunctions
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Operated maintenance equipment, tugs, forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts.

Furnishing Technician

WestJet Airlines
03.2011 - 06.2012
  • Maintained aircraft interior appearance to pristine standards.
  • Inspected equipment and components to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
  • Inspected and serviced emergency equipment.
  • Sanitization and ensuring safety of passenger amenities.

Education

Certificate - Adult Education/ Staff Training

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON
04.2024

Certificate - Mastering Public Speaking

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
04.2024

Diploma - Aviation Maintenance Technician

Centennial College
Scarborough, Ontario
05.2010

Skills

  • Confident Communication
  • Able to Reciprocate Information Effectively
  • Curriculum Development
  • Proficient Computer User
  • Reading & Interpreting Technical Manuals
  • Maintenance Supervision
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organization

Certification

Boeing 737-600/700/800 NG Endorsement

Boeing 737 Max 8 Endorsement

Engine Borescope Inspection Certification

Radio License

First-Aid Response

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

WestJet Airlines
05.2014 - Current

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

WestJet Airlines
06.2012 - 05.2014

Furnishing Technician

WestJet Airlines
03.2011 - 06.2012

Certificate - Adult Education/ Staff Training

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology

Certificate - Mastering Public Speaking

McMaster University

Diploma - Aviation Maintenance Technician

Centennial College

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