Airport Maintenance Worker at Township of Langley

Job Details

Salary

$30.33 an hour

Full Job Description

Job Number:

J0722-1216

Competition Number:

22-B024

Job Title:

Airport Maintenance Worker (up to 4) – 22-B024

Employment Type:

Auxiliary

Competition Opening Date:

July 26, 2022

Competition Closing Date:

August 9, 2022

Pay Rate:

$30.33/Hour

Join a “Community of Communities” – the Township of Langley, home to approximately 150,000 residents, is committed to providing progressive business, housing, and recreational opportunities, while balancing its unique mix of urban growth and rural beauty. A truly fun and beautiful place to work, the Township of Langley offers competitive salaries, excellent benefit packages, municipal pension plan, employee wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development and career growth.

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting up to four auxiliary Airport Maintenance Workers to join our team of professionals in the Engineering Division, Airport Operations (Langley Regional Airport). Reporting to the Airport Manager, in this unionized position you will be responsible for performing a variety of airside maintenance and fueling duties.

Responsibilities:

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance/gardening tasks, including operation of equipment to maintain safe runways, taxiways, and other airside and groundside surfaces
• Conduct routine inspections of grounds and equipment, and complete or coordinate any required testing and maintenance
• Perform Jet A fueling for turboprop aircraft and helicopters of various sizes
• Escort contractors and authorized visitors airside and ensure maintained safety and security
• Monitor and conduct radio communications applicable to operating at a controlled airport
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by training related to the work plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in airport operations and of Transport Canada regulations, standards, and directives related to airport safety, operations, maintenance, emergency response, and Township of Langley policies
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in fueling airplanes and helicopters, and the ability to operate equipment, including a 3800 kg GVW fuel truck
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with airport and municipal staff, NAV Canada, regulatory agencies, airport tenants, contractors, and the public
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral/written instructions with minimum supervision and prepare/maintain records related to the work

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes), and these must be attached with your application. Applications without the attached required documents below will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply:

• BC Class 5 (full-privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5 year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date of this competition. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver Factor Report will not be accepted.
• Restricted Radio Operating Licence (Aviation)
• Current WHMIS Certification

The CUPE rate of pay for this position is $30.33 per hour (2020 rates) plus 13% in lieu of benefits. The hours of work are varied from Monday to Sunday between the hours of 6:00am – 10:00pm.

Applicants are advised that it is a condition of employment with the Township that a successful candidate provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Note: proof is not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment.

If you wish to pursue this exciting career in a growing community, please visit tol.ca/careers to apply.

Internal/External closing date for this competition: August 9, 2022

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Are you interested in this job?

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting up to four auxiliary Airport Maintenance Workers to join our team of professionals in the Engineering Division, Airport Operations (Langley Regional Airport). Reporting to the Airport Manager, in this unionized position you will be responsible for performing a variety of airside maintenance and fueling duties.

Responsibilities:

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance/gardening tasks, including operation of equipment to maintain safe runways, taxiways and other airside and groundside surfaces
• Conduct routine inspections of grounds and equipment, and complete or coordinate any required testing and maintenance
• Perform Jet A fueling for turboprop aircraft and helicopters of various sizes
• Escort contractors and authorized visitors airside and ensure maintained safety and security
• Monitor and conduct radio communications applicable to operating at a controlled airport
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by training related to the work plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in airport operations and of Transport Canada regulations, standards and directives related to airport safety, operations, maintenance, emergency response and Township of Langley policies
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, tools and equipment used in fueling airplanes and helicopters, and the ability to operate equipment, including a 3800 kg GVW fuel truck
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with airport and municipal staff, NAV Canada, regulatory agencies, airport tenants, contractors and the public
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral/written instructions with minimum supervision and prepare/maintain records related to the work

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application. Applications without the attached required documents below will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply:

• BC Class 5 (full-privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5 year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date of this competition. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver Factor Report will not be accepted.
• Restricted Radio Operating Licence (Aviation)
• Current WHMIS Certification

The CUPE rate of pay for this position is $30.33 per hour (2020 rates) plus 13% in lieu of benefits. The hours of work are varied from Monday to Sunday between the hours of 6:00am – 10:00pm.

Applicants are advised that it is a condition of employment with the Township that a successful candidate provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Note: proof is not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment.

If you wish to pursue this exciting career in a growing community, please visit tol.ca/careers to apply.

Internal/External closing date for this competition: August 9, 2022

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.