Job Description

At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. In Abbotsford, we work strongly to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We invite you to become part of a place that has strong corporate and organizational values, rewarding career paths, challenging opportunities and an engaging and dynamic team to work with.

Be part of the story. Join our team today.

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The City of Abbotsford\xe2\x80\x99s International Airport is currently seeking three self-motivated professionals to join their dynamic team as auxiliary Airport Operations Specialists.

In this exciting role you will bring a high degree of technical knowledge to respond to aircraft and other emergencies; perform groundside, airside, and building maintenance of the airfield and airport facilities; and ensure safe, secure and efficient airport operations in accordance with the Airport\xe2\x80\x99s Safety Management System (SMS).

Key Responsibilities include:
Conducting facility inspections to ensure the safety and efficient operation of the airport

Controlling Foreign Object Debris (FOD) both airside and groundside

Performing seasonal maintenance operations utilizing heavy equipment such as tractors and snow plows

Maintaining airport infrastructure including terminal building, parking lot and airfield systems

Supporting irregular operations (aircraft emergencies, incidents and special events)

To be considered for this position you will have:
Completion of Grade 12;

Minimum two years\xe2\x80\x99 current airside operation experience;

Minimum one year construction/trades experience;

You will be required to obtain the following prior to the completion of probation:

CARs 303 and 323 training and qualification requirements related to Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF);

Class 3 BC Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence

Restricted Radio Operators Licence;

Basic First Aid with CPR;

Airside Vehicle Operating Permit;

Restricted Area Pass (Criminal Record Check required to obtain.)

Due to the nature of the job, you must be available to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. You must also have the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including exposure to dust, high noise levels, and temperature fluctuation and be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position.

This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $32.93 to $38.73 as well as 12% in lieu of vacation, benefits and stat holidays. At the City of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive.

The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

If you are looking for a challenge and an opportunity to make an impact in a fast growing International Airport, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please visit us online at: www.abbotsford.ca/careers

Closing Date: April 19, 2023

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