Baggage Systems Technician – Electrical

Vancouver International; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Baggage Systems Technician – Electrical to join their dynamic team at Vancouver International Airport. This role involves repairing and maintaining electrical assets in the baggage systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience with mechanical and electrical equipment, possess strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions will enhance the travel experience for passengers and ensure reliable baggage delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience with mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Accreditation as an Electrician is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and rectify trouble calls in the baggage system.
• Inspect and assess the mechanical and electrical condition of infrastructure.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Red Seal Endorsement or BC Trade Qualification as an Electrician

Tools

Electrical Equipment

Computer Software

Job description

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Baggage Operations is an integral part of providing the safe, reliable and predictable delivery of every passenger’s bag, every time.

Position overview

Reporting to the Manager, Baggage Systems, the Baggage Systems Technician – Electrical will repair, maintain and provide condition assessment for all electrical assets utilized in the Airport Authority’s baggage systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Respond to, troubleshoot and rectify all trouble calls in the baggage system that have been escalated by the Integrated Operations Centre for technical response
• Work with planning and/or controls teams to carry out complex or time intensive repairs when they cannot be completed as a trouble call
• Devise, recommend and implement workarounds to baggage delivery within the system when there is downtime due to corrective maintenance
• Carry out technical work, as prescribed in job plans, and where appropriate or necessary, advise on and update plans
• Inspect, assess and report on the mechanical and electrical condition of infrastructure

Key qualifications include:

• Minimum two years’ experience in environments involving mechanical and electrical equipment, supplemented by accreditation with a Red Seal Endorsement or a BC Trade Qualification as an Electrician
• Excellent communication skills including report writing
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision
• Proven analytical and troubleshooting skills, and solid computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex baggage layouts and drawing schematics
• Valid driver’s license

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.