Join Our Dynamic Team at the Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport (YQM)!
Are you ready to be part of an exciting and vibrant environment? At YQM, we go beyond providing safe and efficient travel. As a hub of economic growth and development, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional passenger experiences, expanded connectivity, and strong partnerships.
Join our talented, collaborative, and dedicated team, and watch your career take flight! Embark on this adventure with us as we make YQM the airport of choice in Atlantic Canada. Learn more about us here.
Our Culture
We foster a friendly and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and supported. Our organization is built on principles of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Some of the ways that we support our employees include:
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Competitive pay
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Benefits, including a monthly health care allowance, generous maternity/paternity paid leave, matching pension, annual vacation and sick leave
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Career development and training programs
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Paid volunteer opportunities
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Company-sponsored events
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Long-term stability
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On-site gym
General Overview of the Job
The Seasonal Airfield Specialist works as part of a team that maintains various airport paved surface structures using a variety of heavy equipment for snow removal and winter operations. This position works 12-hour shifts of either days or nights, rotating on a monthly basis. We are currently seeking individuals for the winter operations season, which runs from early November 2026 through a portion of the first half of April 2027. Candidates will be provided the dates of hire and end of term during the interview process. The position is recalled annually for the winter months for 24 hours a week, with availability for additional hours, based on operational requirements.
The Things You Will Be Doing
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Snow removal with the use of a variety snow plows, snow blowers, front end loaders, dump trucks with plow and wing attachments
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Performs routine maintenance of Airport premises, roads and lands, both airside and groundside
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Runway condition reporting (GRF)
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Provides Emergency Response support as required
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Lifts equipment and supplies weighing up to 50lbs
Our Requirements
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Heavy Equipment Operator: 5 Years
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Effective communication skills
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Ability to obtain Airside Vehicle Operators Permit, Transport Canada Security Clearance and Radio Operators License
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Must have, or plan to complete upon hire, the IAAE Global Reporting Format (GRF) and GMIAA internal training program on GRF.
Additional Skills That Are Important for This Role
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Valid Class 3 driver’s license with air brakes endorsement
You Will Thrive in This Role If:
You enjoy hands-on, outdoor work in a team environment; you take pride in ensuring safety and efficiency in critical operations, and you value working in a structured, well-supported workplace.
Important Details
This position is located at our Airport Operations Facility in Dieppe, and reports to the Senior Manager, Airside Operations. The starting rate of pay is $31.24 per hour, with a 2.5% increase at the beginning of the second season, and another 2.5% increase at the beginning of the third season. The role is part of the collective bargaining unit (UCTE) for the GMIAA.
How Can We Help You? Our Accessibility and Diversity Efforts
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please email [email protected] to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
The Greater Moncton International Airport Authority values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at GMIAA means fostering a workplace in which differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.
We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
