Airfield Equipment Operator (AEO)

Calgary Airports • Calgary, AB

6d • Onsite

About The Position

An airfield equipment operator plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of airport facilities. They are responsible for operating and maintaining various machinery, such as runway sweepers, snowplows, snowblowers, grass cutters, paint carts, and asphalt patching equipment to keep the airfield optimal condition. With a keen eye for detail and a strict adherence to safety protocols, these operators contribute significantly to the efficiency and reliability of airport operations.

Requirements

• Eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC.
• 1 – 3 years’ heavy equipment operating experience
• Must provide a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a current driver’s abstract.
• Have and be able to maintain a valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule and be on call.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and French
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong safety focus, as shown in your decisions and behaviours
• Demonstrated ability to work as a part of a dynamic team
• Ability to build and maintain positive and respectful working relationships
• Capacity to show critical thinking skills and behavior to ensure overall team success
• Demonstrated ability to take direction and implement instructions in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to represent our Crew in a positive, professional, efficient and productive manner at all times

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy, medium and light equipment to maintain all airport surface structures on an annual basis.
• Perform labour work such changing broom cores, replacing plow blades, and preparing equipment for its next use.
• Pavement patching of airfield surfaces, groundside surfaces and various operationally required facilities, including anything from fences to roadways.
• Assisting with repair and maintenance of fences, gates and signage.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations to prevent serious accidents and ensure the safety of all personnel and aircraft.
• Participate in extensive FOD (Foreign Object Debris) control program.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed