Aircraft Tow Operator (PT)

Jazz Aviation LP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation is hiring entry-level Aircraft Tow Operators for part-time positions in Toronto, Canada. In this role, you will be responsible for safely towing aircraft and operating heavy equipment, ensuring smooth airport operations. The position offers Health & Dental coverage, a Pension Plan, and more. Jazz values diversity and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Health & Dental Coverage

Short & Long-Term Disability

Optional Employee Share Ownership

Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a RAIC (restricted area identification card).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a ROC (radio license).
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment/multi axle trailers an asset.

Responsibilities

• Tow aircraft / Brake Riding aircraft.
• Maintain excellent two-way radio communication.
• Operate various ground equipment.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work with little or no supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ground vehicle equipment

Job description

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Jazz is hiring Aircraft Tow Operators!

Do you have an interest in Aviation? Do you enjoy working outdoors and operating heavy equipment?

Jazz is hiring Aircraft Tow Operators!

Do you have an interest in Aviation? Do you enjoy working outdoors and operating heavy equipment?

If you answered yes to the above questions, an entry level position as an Aircraft Tow Operator may be the perfect opportunity for you!

What will you do?

When our aircraft aren’t flying, they are busy moving from gate to gate or to our Maintenance hangar for work packages. This is where you come in! Our Jazz Tow Operators are well trained, safety minded men and women who are responsible for positioning aircraft from one point of the airport to another via live taxiways/runways, while maintaining constant radio communications with ATC Ground Control and our Operations Coordinators. In addition, the tow teams operate various airport equipment such as Jet Bridges and Gate Power units to service aircraft.

Check out this video of our Aircraft Tow Operators at work in Vancouver!

What Jazz Will Offer You

Travel Privileges on the Air Canada Network

• Health & Dental Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Optional Employee Share Ownership
• Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
  
  

Join our award-winning team!

• Jazz was voted one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2025.
• Jazz was named among Canada’s Safest Employers 2024 in the Public Transportation category.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Tow aircraft / Brake Riding aircraft.
• Maintain excellent two-way radio communication.
• Provide mobile support for aircraft set up and tow teams.
• Operate various ground equipment.
• Operate Jet Bridges and gate support equipment.
• Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers, the safety of customers and the safety of company assets.
• Ensure safely standards are maintained via Safety Management System (SMS).
• Other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to operate ground vehicle equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a RAIC (restricted area identification card).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a ROC (radio license).
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment/multi axle trailers an asset.
  
  

We strive to make our workplace accessible for people with disabilities. We want to ensure that you are prepared for success and therefore request that you please let us know at [e-mail] if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process.

Jazz recognizes that the best talent includes people of all backgrounds, abilities and points of view. To be a leader in our industry, Jazz celebrates diversity and values the uniqueness that each individual has to offer. We empower our people to foster an internal culture of inclusion, creating safe workspaces where everyone can be their authentic self. Meeting the needs of our diverse passengers is critical to our success and we recognize the importance of a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

Apply by Date

Jun 24, 2025

Primary Location

CA-ON-Toronto

Schedule

Part-time

Job Type

Permanent

Shift

Shift Work

Number of Openings

1

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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