De-Icer (Contract Full-Time / Contract Regular Part-Time)

Cargojet-Airways-Ltd.-1; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargojet is seeking a De-Icer for a contract full-time/part-time position at our Hamilton, Ontario site. You will operate De-ice trucks, maintain detailed spray reports, and coordinate with pilots and ground crews to ensure on-time performance.

The role requires attention to safety, teamwork, and adaptability to weather conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years of De-/Anti-icing experience, and the ability to obtain AVOP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience in De/Anti-icing preferred.
• Ability to obtain AVOP.
• Pass drug and alcohol test.
• Safe operation of large vehicles in all weather conditions.
• Teamwork and time-management required.
• Flexible to shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate De-ice trucks.
• Prepare and maintain spray reports; track fluid usage.
• Communicate with pilots and staff clearly.
• Assist training for bucket operators and other de-icers.
• End of season ramp sweeping and equipment maintenance.
• Coverage for vacation for Fuel and De-Ice.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Punctuality

Drug test

Safety awareness

Weather driving

Learning agility

Flexible shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AVOP

2 years De-icing experience

Job description

De-Icer (Contract Full-Time / Contract Regular Part-Time)

Job Category: Aircraft Fueling & De-Ice

Requisition Number: DEICE005054

• Posted : September 10, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Hamilton, ON L0R1W0, CAN

Description

Accelerate your career with the most awarded Air Cargo Airline in Canada!
Cargojet is Canada's leading provider of time-sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries over 1,300,000 pounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across North America each business night,
utilizing a fleet of all-cargo aircraft Cargojet has been awarded one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded the Shipper’s Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of
years. Being part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated, hardworking,
and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment.

Primary Objective of the Position:

Under the general direction of the Supervisor and De-ice Coordinator, the successful applicants will be responsible to operate De-ice equipment, provide detailed reports and maintain on-time performance of flights.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary Responsibility will be the operation of De-ice trucks.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate all pertinent information to pilots, staff and coordinator clearly.
• Prepare, organize and maintain detailed spray reports, track fluid usage, including various fluid test and truck pre-trip information.
• Mechanical inclination, able to diagnose potential vehicle issues.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Proactive planning for various weather conditions.
• Assist in training, and guiding bucket operators and other de-icers.
• End of season ramp sweeping.
• Remove and store of all salt and sodium bins and snow removal equipment.
• Maintenance of the De-ice area.
• Coverage for vacation for Fuel and De-Ice.
• Assist with De-Ice truck and GSE inspections and repairs.
• Any departmental maintenance projects, primarily non powered equipment repairs.
• Perform any other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferable minimum 2 years’ experience in De/Anti-icing.
• Maintain or able to obtain AVOP.
• Excellent Problem-solving skills and the capability to see the cause and effect of decisions.
• Ability to drive large vehicles safely with minimal visibility in all weather conditions.
• Excellent punctuality, and attendance habits.
• Ability to work within a “team first” environment, and complete common goals within time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to learn quickly, and adapt to fast-changing customer requirements.
• Flexible to work shift work, weekends and stat holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Perform other duties incidental to work described herein.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test.

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Important to Know:

• Cargojet is an equal opportunity employer. We thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
• At Cargojet, we make safety the highest priority. Because of this priority and as we operate in a safety-sensitive environment, we require all employees to abstain from consuming Cannabis, in and outside of the workplace. This is a critical element of our drug and alcohol policy that all employees must comply with at all times.