Operations Stores Manager Assistant

Yellowhead Helicopters Ltd.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Structured on-the-job training

Job summary

Yellowhead Helicopters Ltd. seeks a full-time Operations Stores Assistant based at the Prince George base to support servicing, maintenance, and operation of ground equipment, fuel systems, and fleet vehicles.

No direct aviation experience required; on-the-job training and mentorship are provided. The role suits a mechanically-minded individual with a background in heavy equipment, automotive, construction, or related trades.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver's license with no restrictions.
• Comfortable working with tools, mechanical equipment, and hands-on physical work.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to follow procedures.
• Ability to work independently, take direction, and function as part of a small team.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as operational needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and service operations equipment to standards.
• Operate and maintain shop tools and equipment safely.
• Maintain fuel tanks, trailers, trucks, and fly tanks onsite or in the field.
• Service and minor repair of fleet vehicles to ensure safe operation.
• Keep a clean and organized work space in Ops Stores.
• Train and supervise staff while servicing equipment and vehicles.
• Organize aircraft ops gear for field departures/arrivals.
• Train employees on forklift operation, trailer towing, and fuel trucks.
• Order and pick parts and shop supplies for maintenance.
• Review work orders and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Support professional image by keeping helicopters and equipment clean.
• Other duties as assigned, including evenings/weekends.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Hands-on physical work

Safety conscious

Independent and team worker

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

This is a full-time, permanent position based at YHL's Prince George base, reporting to the Operations Stores

Manager. The Operations Stores Manager Assistant supports the servicing, maintenance, and operation of

YHL's ground equipment, fuel systems, and fleet vehicles, both in the shop and in the field.

This position is well suited to a mechanically-minded individual with a background in heavy equipment,

automotive, construction, or a related trade. Direct ops-stores or aviation experience is not required —

structured on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced staff are provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and service YHL operations equipment to current industry and company standards
• Operate and maintain shop tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Maintain, service, and operate fuel tanks, trailers, trucks, and fly tanks, onsite or in the field as required
• Service and carry out minor repairs to YHL fleet vehicles, operating in a safe manner
• Maintain a clean and organized work space in and around Ops Stores
• Help train and supervise new and existing employees while servicing ops equipment, fueling equipment, and fleet vehicles to ensure work meets YHL's quality and safety standards
• Prepare, organize, and record aircraft ops gear when departing and arriving from ops stores for field operations
• Train and evaluate YHL employees on forklift operation, trailer towing, fuel trucks, and fuel tankers
• Order and pick up parts and shop supplies required for maintaining YHL equipment and aircraft
• Review work orders and YHL operational gear database entries to ensure servicing is being recorded and procedures are being followed
• Support and uphold the professional image of the company by keeping helicopters, equipment, and company vehicles clean and presentable
• Other duties as assigned, including occasional evening and weekend work

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver's license with no restrictions
• Comfortable working with tools, mechanical equipment, and hands-on physical work
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to follow procedures
• Ability to work independently, take direction, and function as part of a small team
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as operational needs requireLegally eligible to work in Canada

Experience in any of the following is considered a strong asset; the remaining skills are trainable on the job:

• Heavy duty mechanic, automotive technician, or industrial millwright background
• Construction, industrial maintenance, or manufacturing experience
• Carpentry or general trades experience
• Fuel systems knowledge (fuel trucks, tanks, or bulk fuel handling)
• Crane and rigging experience

Wage: $31-$38 based on experience

Additional Information

• Structured on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced Ops Stores staff
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol test required
• Health and dental benefits

About the Company

Yellowhead Helicopters is a family owned and operated British Columbia based firm. Since 1975, YHL has been providing safe and efficient helicopter services to our clients from a base network located throughoutBritish Columbia and Alberta. We are well equipped to be able to mobilize on short notice and support ourcustomers in remote locations across Canada. We serve the Forestry, Mining & Petroleum, Utility, andTourism industries.

With one of the largest fleets in Canada, you have the opportunity for career progression like nowhere else!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to the principles of employment equity in all