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Airport Operations Serviceperson

@ City of Greater Sudbury

Greater Sudbury, Ontario

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Overview

City of Greater Sudbury is hiring an Airport Operations Serviceperson for a limited position of up to seven months at Greater Sudbury Airport. The work is general maintenance of airport structures, equipment and systems, with shift work, 80 hours bi-weekly and $32.95 per hour. The posting asks for Grade XII, three years of heavy equipment experience and several airport-related certificates.

Responsibilities:

  • Repair, maintain and construct airport structures and runways
  • Operate airport vehicular equipment and power tools
  • Maintain water and sanitary systems
  • Collect and dispose of refuse when directed
  • Follow CGS Safety Manual and provincial legislation

Requirements summary:

  • Grade XII secondary school education
  • Three years of heavy equipment operations and maintenance experience
  • Restricted Radio-telephone Operator's Certificate and Restricted Area Identification Card
  • Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit and First Aid certificate
  • Class D driver's licence with Air Brake Endorsement

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRestricted Radio-telephone Operator's Certificate, Restricted Area Identification Card, Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit, St. John Ambulance First Aid Certificate, Class D driver's licence, Air Brake Endorsement
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description
Job Description

Department: Greater Sudbury Airport Services

Initial Reporting Location: Greater Sudbury Airport

Job Status: Limited Position

Estimated Probable Duration: Up to Seven (7) Months

Number of Vacancies: 1

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes

Rate of Pay: $32.95 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Perform general maintenance work at CGS's Airport as directed.

Characteristic: Under the general supervision of the Airport Operations Supervisor or Designate and the day to day direction of the Airport Operations Serviceperson/ AFFS Lead Hand.

Duties

  • Repair, maintain, or construct physical structures such as buildings, partitions, storage sheds, counters, guardrails, signs, fencing, concrete forms, ground and runway repairs and minor electrical repairs.
  • Assist mechanic as directed.
  • Operate airport vehicular equipment or equipment located in buildings.
  • Operate standard power or hand tools.
  • Maintain water and sanitary systems.
  • Collect and dispose of refuse when directed.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

  • Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
  • Must be in possession or able to acquire a Restricted Radio-telephone Operator's Certificate.
  • Must qualify to receive a Restricted Area Identification Card.
  • Must be able to acquire an Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit.
  • Must be in possession of or be able to acquire a St. John Ambulance First Aid Certificate.

Experience

  • Minimum of three (3) years of heavy equipment operations and related maintenance experience.

Other Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret simple plans, sketches, drawings and blueprints.
  • Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
  • Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
  • Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
  • May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class D driver's licence with Air Brake Endorsement and have an acceptable driving record.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $31.30 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

How To Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

  • Click on the Apply for Job button.
  • Follow the step by step application process.
  • Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
  • .doc
  • .docx
  • .txt
  • .pdf
  • .rtf
  • Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
  • Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

Live outside Canada or new to Canada?

The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)

Contact Us

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