AIRPORT MAINTAINER (Permanent Full-time)

Kativik Regional Government; ᑰᔾᔪᐊᕌᐱᒃ ᐙᐸᒣᑯᔥᑐᐃ Kuujjuarapik-Whapmagoostui; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost of living differential

Food allowance

Annual leave trips

Simplified Pension Plan

Group Insurance

Vacation: 20 days/year

Statutory Holidays: 20 days

Job summary

Kativik Regional Government in Kuujjuarapik-Whapmagoostui is seeking an Airport Maintainer (Permanent Full-time) to operate and maintain runway, taxiways, aprons, and airport facilities, ensuring safe and reliable operation of all equipment.

The role includes routine maintenance, documentation, and support for site programs. You will perform heavy equipment operation, basic computer tasks, and may work overtime as required; a valid driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimal experience in a relevant field of activity or knowledge of heavy equipment operations and maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Learning Basic computer skills in a Microsoft environment.
• Obtaining (or have) a restricted radio operator’s certificate.
• Written and oral working knowledge of at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French.
• Knowledge of Safety, First Aid and Fire prevention would be an asset
• Work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy and light equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Maintenance of runway surfaces, maneuvering areas and airport access roads.
• Maintains airport grounds and navigational aids.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs to equipment and airport buildings.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

AIRPORT MAINTAINER (Permanent Full-time)

• Transportation/Logistics

Reporting to the Airport Manager and working closely with other KRG employees and airport users, the successful incumbent will operate and maintain in good order all department equipment including grader, loader, and other heavy and light equipment. Responsibilities will include ongoing maintenance of runway, taxiway, aprons, service roads and airport grounds as well as minor equipment and building repairs and the completion of administrative reports. More specific responsibilities include:

• Operates heavy and light equipment in a safe and effective manner;
• Maintenance of runway surfaces, maneuvering areas and airport access roads;
• Maintains airport grounds and navigational aids;
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs to equipment and airport buildings;
• Participates in all Site Programs;
• Prepares and submits daily, weekly and monthly documentation;
• Perform any other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimal experience in a relevant field of activity or knowledge of heavy equipment operations and maintenance;
• Valid driver’s license;

MUST BE ABLE TO:

• Learning Basic computer skills in a Microsoft environment;
• Obtaining (or have) a restricted radio operator’s certificate;
• Completing the necessary paperwork;
• Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French ;
• Knowledge of Safety, First Aid and Fire prevention would be an asset
• Work overtime as required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Sound decision making skills;
• Good planning, organizing and follow-up skills;
• Ability to interpret policies and regulations;
• Be reliable, conscientious and able to work well without close supervision;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Place of work: Kuujjuaraapik

Salary: Minimum: $43 348/year – Maximum: $71 800/year (Class 6)

Other benefits:

• Cost of living differential: Minimum of $8 500/year
• Food allowance: Minimum of $1 840/year
• Annual leave trips: Minimum of 3
• Simplified Pension Plan: 6.25% employer, 4% employee
• Group Insurance
• Vacation: 20 days/year
• Statutory Holidays: 20 days