Temporary Facilities Assistant

Sunwest Aviation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Extended health

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP plan matching

Job summary

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. in Calgary invites applications for a Temporary Facilities Assistant. Reporting to the FBO Manager, the role supports building facilities, safety and grounds keeping, with responsibilities from snow removal to minor repairs. Term employment from Oct 2026 to Apr 2027, wage $22 per hour, with comprehensive benefits package, and mandatory safety screening.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School Diploma.
• Vocational or technical training is an asset.
• 1–2 years maintenance experience is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of basic carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, friendly service to tenants while maintaining cleanliness and safety of the facility.
• Maintain building safety and security systems.
• Clear snow/ice from walkways, parking, and ramp.
• Maintain shrubs, trees, lawns and flowers; irrigation systems.
• Perform hangar inspections and routine maintenance.
• Order supplies through Facilities Lead / FBO Manager as needed.
• Ensure equipment and spill kits are properly maintained.
• Keep propane tanks filled and safe.
• Contribute to project maintenance work and deadlines.
• Handle general cleaning and housekeeping of hangar, offices and common areas.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational/technical training asset

Tools

Forklift certification

Man lift certificate

Job description

Temporary Facilities Assistant (Ref. #:2026-051)

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.

We currently have an opportunity available for a Temporary Facilities Assistant. Reporting to the FBO Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following:

Type of Employment:
Temporary

Salary/Hourly:
$22.00 per hour

Competition Deadline:
2026-09-30

Date Posted:
2026-09-11

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide courteous and friendly service to all building tenants while maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the facility and grounds.

• Maintain all aspects of building safety and security systems
• Ensure all ground walkways, parking lot and Ramp are clear of snow and ice.
• Ensure shrubs, trees, lawns and flowers are cut, trimmed, watered and fertilized as required.
• Maintain, program and repair automatic watering systems
• Perform hangar inspections, Fire Lane walks
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance for the facilities
• Keep the Facilities Lead / FBO Manager informed when supplies need to be ordered
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained, including hangar spill kits
• Ensure propane tanks are always filled
• Take an active role in project maintenance work and ensure it is completed in a timely fashion
• Other related duties including, but not limited to, changing garbage; cleaning hangar floors; windows; and all common areas staff lunchroom, coffee areas, washrooms and lobby; and organize and arrange for pick up of all recyclables

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

• Completion of High School Diploma
• Completion of vocational or technical training is an asset
• 1-2 years maintenance experience
• Sound knowledge of basic carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, etc. is considered an asset
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Valid Driver’s licence and abstract is required
• Forklift, heavy equipment and Man lift certificate is required
• Skid steer and front end loader experiences is recommended
• Substance abuse screening is required as per our Safety Management System
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving abilities
• Sound decision making skills
• Able to handle multiple tasks calmly and work under pressure
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Indoor and Outdoor Environment, Lifting, Walking, Driving company vehicles and heavy equipment

Term employment - October 2026 through to April 2027

Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employees, our partners and our community.

Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position.