NASL - Heavy Equipment Operator

Winnipeg-Airports-Authority-Inc.-1; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nunavut Airport Services in Iqaluit is seeking a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator to operate and maintain airport equipment safely and efficiently. You will handle snow removal, FOD control, and runway upkeep with a range of machinery.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a valid Class 3 driver’s license with airbrake (Q) and a Transport Canada security clearance within 3 months, and be able to work shifts in extreme cold conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining Transport Canada Security Clearance within 3 months.
• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with airbrake (Q endorsement) and Radio License.
• Airside Vehicle Operators Permit required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (truck, loader, snow blower, tracked machines).
• Perform snow removal tasks using appropriate machinery.
• Execute FOD removal and assist maintenance of runway surface and painting.
• Support airport heavy equipment mechanics as needed.
• Adhere to safety training and certification requirements for airport operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Radio License

Airside Vehicle Operators Permit

Class 3 with airbrake

Team player

Operate with minimum supervision

Job description

The Opportunity

Nunavut Airport Services is looking to hire a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator based in Iqaluit. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner, supporting NASL in the task of operating and maintaining the Iqaluit International Airport.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating heavy equipment:
  • Regular Truck
  • Dump Truck with plow and wing and/or sweeper attachment/Trailor
  • Loader
  • Snow blower
  • Trackless with plow, sweeper and sander attachment
  • Grader (optional)
  • Chemical truck
• Snow removal tasks – both manual and supported by machinery
• FOD (Foreign object debris) removal
• Support heavy equipment mechanic
• Maintain and repairfence, runway surface and paint
• Participate at safety and trainings course required for airport operations (e.g. Certificate of proficiency in Radio, Airport Airside Vehicle Operator Permit)
• Other tasks as required by the Associate Airport Operations Manager

Selection Criteria Include:

• Must posses or being capable of to receive within 3 months of employment the Transport Canada Security Clearance for International Airports
• 2+ years’ experience
• Ability to operate with minimum supervision
• Ability to be a team player
• Valid Class 3 drivers license with airbrake (Q endorsement)
• Radio License
• Operation of Heavy Equipment
• Airside Vehicle Operators Permit

Working Conditions:

• This position will be stationed in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
• Candidates must have the ability to work shift work and be on-call outside of normal shift schedule.
• Must be able to function in a multi-faceted, diversified operating environment
• Must be able to function in extreme weather conditions (arctic weather -40 and below)
• Must be able and willing to work extended hours.