Equipment Operator – Level 3 – Airport

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brandon invites applications for an Airport Equipment Operator to join the Operational Services Division and help run a variety of critical airport equipment to meet regulatory standards. The role requires a Grade 12 or equivalent and a valid Class 3 with Air Endorsement, plus two years’ experience operating Equipment Operator 3 class equipment.

Applicants must obtain a Transport Canada restricted radio license, RAP, and AVOP within one month of hire, and must be eligible to work in

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 / GED or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Class 3 with Air Endorsement in Manitoba.
• Must provide a current driver's abstract.
• Two+ years operating Equipment Operator 3 equipment.
• Must obtain Transport Canada restricted radio license within 1 month.
• Must obtain RAP and AVOP within 1 month.
• Regulatory certifications required by federal and provincial rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate a grader, plow truck, loader, sweeper, sander, snow blower, mower, trimmer sprayer, and similar equipment.
• May serve as first responder in aircraft emergencies when needed.
• Use two‑way radio to coordinate with Nav Canada for airside operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic servicing on equipment.
• Install and operate attachments for various equipment.
• Assist in loading/unloading and drive equipment to work sites.
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.
• Maintain airside and ramp security during operations.
• Record fuel logs, equipmentHours, mileage, and related data.

Skills

Valid Class 3 Driver’s License withAir

Equipment Operator 3 experience

Two years equipment operation

Restricted radio operator license

AVOP / airport passes

Workplace safety knowledge

Education

Grade 12 / GED

Job description

City of Brandon Posted: October 21, 2026
Expires: November 5, 2026

Position Conditions: This is a full-time, term position of 40 hours per week. This position will be offered in accordance with conditions identified in the Collective Agreement between the City of Brandon and CUPE Local 69.

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

NOTE: The City of Brandon requires proof of mandatory qualifications. Please ensure these documents are attached when completing your application.

Rate of Pay: $27.33 (2026 Rates)

Closing Date: 11:59 pm on November 5, 2026.

This competition will include testing and an interview.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To participate as part of a working team that operates a variety of equipment and machinery in the Operational Services Division and performs the tasks required for the safe and efficient operations of The Brandon Municipal Airport in a condition that meets or exceeds the standards set by the regulatory authorities.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment such as a grader, plow truck, loader, sweeper, sander, snow blower, mower, trimmer sprayer, and other equipment of similar nature, as required;
• Could operate an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting truck in a first responder role for aircraft emergencies
• Operates two-way radio for communication with Nav Canada to work airside;
• Performs minor equipment servicing tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, refuelling, checking for repairs or service requirements and requesting repairs as required;
• Installs and operates attachments for various equipment;
• Assists in loading and unloading of equipment and/or drives equipment to the work site;
• Participates in ongoing training related to safety practices, emergency procedures and practices; ;
• Performs routine maintenance work such as cutting grass, weed trimming, snow shovelling as required;
• Maintains airside security and ramp security during daily airport operations and for any scheduled flights;
• May be required to perform some of the duties of the Airport Chargehand in their absence;
• Performs all duties using safe work practices and ensuring work conditions as required by the Workplace Safety and Health Act and City of Brandon safety regulations are met and maintained;
• Maintains information/records as required in the Operations Division. Such information may include those required for fuel logbooks, materials, equipment hours, mileage, etc.;
• Performs manual tasks and other related duties as required or assigned.

NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12, G.E.D., C.A.E.C., or Mature Student High School certification;
• Must possess a valid and subsisting Class 3 with Air Endorsement Province of Manitoba driver’s license;
• Must provide current driver’s abstract;
• Must have the ability to operate equipment that falls in the Equipment Operator 3 classification at the Airport, such as grader, plow truck, loader, sweeper, sander, snow blower, mower, trimmer sprayer, and other equipment of similar nature, as required;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the safe operation of Equipment Operator 3 classified equipment for the purpose of loading, shaping, and building with various material types;
• Must obtain a restricted radio operators license as issued by Transport Canada within one (1) month of hire;
• Must obtain a RAP – Restricted Area Pass through the Brandon Municipal Airport and an AVOP (airside vehicle operators pass) issued by the airport within one (1) month of hire.
• Required to obtain certifications required by federal and provincial regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two (2) years experience operating equipment grader/loader;

WORK CONDITIONS

The Airport Equipment Operator works independently and in a team environment.

• Work in a shared and consultative manner with other employees (daily);
• Self-motivated and quality driven to perform independent projects and facilitate team goals (daily);
• Necessary to work in all types of weather conditions (daily);
• Works in areas of confined space, heights, unpleasant noise levels, dusty environments, large insect areas, and adverse odours (daily);
• Must be available to work varying shifts and overtime and call outs (frequently or seasonally);

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation. If you are interested in finding out more about the City of Brandon job opportunities as soon as they are posted, please follow us on Facebook or X!