Airport Operations Specialist

The Loomex Group; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A North American services provider is seeking an Airport Operations Specialist at Peterborough Regional Airport. Key responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety at the airport. Candidates should possess a Grade 12 education, a valid Driver’s License, and good communication skills. This full-time, permanent role offers a busy work environment with the possibility of overtime and requires a one-hour commute to the airport.

Qualifications

• Valid 'D' Driver’s License with 'Z' brake endorsement or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Ability to analyze situations to problem-solve effectively.
• Clean drivers’ abstract.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for maintenance activities including snow clearing.
• Perform repairs and maintenance to buildings and equipment.
• Attend airport training and safety programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 secondary school education

Tools

Chainsaw

Heavy equipment

Job description

Overview

The Loomex Group is a North American group of companies that provides strategic, operational, and tactical services for clients across Canada and the United States. Our clients include airports and aerospace industries, emergency services providers, private corporations, institutions, communities, and all levels of government. The Loomex Group is actively seeking candidates for the position of Airport Operations Specialist at Peterborough Regional Airport with occasional shifts supporting Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including tractors and attachments, loader, snow blower, sweeper, and single and tandem axle trucks for winter and summer maintenance activities including grass cutting, vegetation control, and snow clearing
• Performing and recording repairs and maintenance to buildings, equipment, and airport property
• Use of chainsaw, hand and power tools
• Attend and participate in airport training and safety programs
• Provide Unicom advisories to air traffic and escort persons/vehicles airside
• Perform airfield/runway inspections, wildlife inspections and control
• Assist with emergency response, special events, security
• Customer Service
• Periodic days working at Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport

What you’ll bring to the table

• Grade 12 secondary school education
• Valid “D” Driver’s License with “Z” brake endorsement/Heavy Equipment Operator’s Certificate, or equivalent experience is an asset
• Communication skills, written and verbal, to respond to customers, and to interpret instructions and procedural manuals
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to analyze situations in order to problem-solve effectively
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Clean drivers’ abstract
• Criminal Record Check Level 2

Qualifications Considered An Asset

• TP312E course or equivalent experience
• Firearms Possession and Acquisition Permit
• Current C.P.R. and First Aid training
• Previous aviation experience
• Restricted Aeronautical Radiotelephone Operator’s License
• Chainsaw Certification

Working conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position expected to be scheduled for 40 hours a week. There may be some required overtime based on specific needs in the evening or mornings and on weekends based on specific needs. Because of the nature of the work, applicants must be within a one hour commute of Peterborough Regional Airport.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

The Loomex Group is an equal opportunity employer. This means that we are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We genuinely believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will become.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. To put it simply: At The Loomex Group, everyone is welcome.

Our goal is to ensure that each member of our team feels supported and valued and that our workplace is a space where everyone can thrive and contribute to our success.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request and will be provided in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canadian Labour Code. Please reach out to [e-mail] if you require this type of accommodation.