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De-Icer (Contract Full-Time / Contract Regular Part-Time)

Hamilton, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 11, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The De-Icer is responsible for operating de-icing equipment and maintaining on-time flight performance in a fast-paced environment. They must also prepare detailed spray reports, perform vehicle inspections, and assist with general ramp maintenance.

Job details

Accelerate your career with the most awarded Air Cargo Airline in Canada! Cargojet is Canada's leading provider of time-sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries over 1,300,000 pounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across North America each business night, utilizing a fleet of all-cargo aircraft Cargojet has been awarded one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded the Shipper’s Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of years. Being part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated, hardworking, and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment. Primary Objective of the Position: Under the general direction of the Supervisor and De-ice Coordinator, the successful applicants will be responsible to operate De-ice equipment, provide detailed reports and maintain on-time performance of flights. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: * Primary Responsibility will be the operation of De-ice trucks. * Ability to work with minimal supervision efficiently in a fast-paced environment. * Communicate all pertinent information to pilots, staff and coordinator clearly. * Prepare, organize and maintain detailed spray reports, track fluid usage, including various fluid test and truck pre-trip information. * Mechanical inclination, able to diagnose potential vehicle issues. * Maintain a safe, clean work environment. * Proactive planning for various weather conditions. * Assist in training, and guiding bucket operators and other de-icers. * End of season ramp sweeping. * Remove and store of all salt and sodium bins and snow removal equipment. * Maintenance of the De-ice area. * Coverage for vacation for Fuel and De-Ice. * Assist with De-Ice truck and GSE inspections and repairs. * Any departmental maintenance projects, primarily non powered equipment repairs. * Perform any other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Minimum Qualifications: * High school Diploma or equivalent. * Preferable minimum 2 years’ experience in De/Anti-icing. * Maintain or able to obtain AVOP. * Excellent Problem-solving skills and the capability to see the cause and effect of decisions. * Ability to drive large vehicles safely with minimal visibility in all weather conditions. * Excellent punctuality, and attendance habits. * Ability to work within a “team first” environment, and complete common goals within time-sensitive deadlines. * Ability to learn quickly, and adapt to fast-changing customer requirements. * Flexible to work shift work, weekends and stat holidays. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Perform other duties incidental to work described herein. * Must pass a drug and alcohol test. . Important to Know: * Cargojet is an equal opportunity employer. We thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. * We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. * At Cargojet, we make safety the highest priority. Because of this priority and as we operate in a safety-sensitive environment, we require all employees to abstain from consuming Cannabis, in and outside of the workplace. This is a critical element of our drug and alcohol policy that all employees must comply with at all times.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferably two years of experience in de/anti-icing operations. The role requires the ability to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.