Seasonal Groundside Labourer

Winnipeg, MB, CA, Canada

Job Description

The Organization

The Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is a community-based, non-share capital corporation that operates, manages, maintains, and invests in the Winnipeg Richardson International Airport and affiliate businesses.

WAA is a critical player in the development of one of Canada's strategic transportation hubs. As a perennial "Manitoba Top Employer", WAA prides itself as an organization that attracts engaged employees with the right combination of skills, values, and attitude to help us achieve our mission of connecting communities. http://www.waa.ca.



Job Title:

Seasonal Groundside Labourer

Reports to:

Manager, Airfield Services

Salary:

$26.48 per hour

Term position starting October 20, 2025 - mid/late April 2026

Closing Date:

October 1, 2025



The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Airfield Services, the Seasonal Groundside Labourer helps ensure the safe movement of passengers by maintaining airport groundside surfaces and structures in accordance with airport operations policies, procedures, work instructions, and industry best practices.



Responsibilities include:



Perform seasonal clean-up around the terminal building, pedestrian walkways, parking structures, and roadways Fill sand barrels and spread sand or ice-control products as required Empty garbage cans and FOD (foreign object debris) bins in terminal and parking areas Wash and maintain equipment Assist with pavement repairs, including cold/hot patching of asphalt or concrete surfaces Remove snow from terminal areas, walkways, parking structures, and roadways Operate hand tools and light-duty equipment such as shovels, push snow blowers, and push sweepers Perform other duties as assigned

Selection Criteria include:



Grade 12 education or equivalent Valid Class 5 driver's license (Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement an asset) with a current clean driver's abstract Ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Vehicle Operator Permit "D/A" (AVOP) and an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card 1-2 years' experience operating snow-removal, ice-control, or heavy-duty equipment considered an asset Knowledge of airport operations and safety practices/procedures an asset Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office, including the ability to prepare basic reports Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively Excellent time-management skills with proven reliability and attendance Physically able to perform manual labour (lifting/pushing up to 50 lbs, walking, shoveling snow or gravel) Comfortable working in varied weather conditions (snow, wind, rain, extreme temperatures) and in a 24/7 shift environment Knowledge of hand tools and light-duty or push equipment

Work with us!

Highly competitive salary Full Benefits package of Health, Dental & Vision DC Pension Plan Healthcare Spending Account to use on additional benefit expenses Lifestyle Spending Account to use on Wellness expenses such as health and fitness Employee Assistance Program Supported Training & Development opportunities Opportunity to work with a high functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio Proud to be named one of Manitoba's Top Employers annually since 2011

Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card.

Winnipeg Airports Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified applicants experiencing barriers to equity to self-identify in their application.



Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2823720
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Winnipeg, MB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned