Job Description

The Thunder Bay Airport Authority is looking for technically skilled adaptable, people-oriented individuals to fill the position of

Winter Maintenance Technician(s)

for the upcoming winter/spring season.

Teamwork and the ability to make appropriate decisions are critical to the safety and success of this position. WMTs perform manual work and operate standard and specialized equipment to provide airport airside and groundside maintenance to maintain airport operations depended on by the NWO region.

Basic Requirements for the Position:

Bl -Valid class "DZ" license

B2 -Secondary school diploma, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant education & experience.

B3 - Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Additional Qualifications:

Education:

El -Post secondary diploma or training specializing in heavy equipment operation, emergency response

or other related specialties would be an asset.

Knowledge of:

Kl -Safety Procedures and Regulations

Ability to:

A3 -Quickly adapt

A4-Solve problems, make decisions, plan and organize

A5 -Follow rules, regulations and direction

A6 -Ability to perform manual work

Experience:

El - Experience operating heavy or specialized equipment

Equipment used includes but is not limited to: shovels, graders, dump trucks, snow blowers, plow trucks, loaders and our BOSCHUNG JETBROOM and SNOWBOOSTER. Duties include maintaining public walkways, parking lots, runways, aprons and provide excellent service to our airport customers.

There is a requirement to acquire a Radio Operator License, Airport Restricted Security Pass and Airport Vehicle Operator's Permit. The position entails shift work and the potential for long hours during storm events. A high level of alertness is required in response to airport activities, rules and regulations.

Successful candidates must be physically fit, able to lift up to 50 lbs. and able to perform continuous & repetitive tasks.

If you have an interest in aviation and have the set of skills we're looking for, apply today to join the team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence at the Thunder Bay Airport!

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $32.99 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program On-site parking
Experience:

Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

DZ license or higher (preferred)
Work Location: In person