Airport Operations Serviceperson

Sudbury, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$33 / hour

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Perform general maintenance at the airport, including repairing and constructing structures, maintaining grounds and runways, and completing minor electrical and utility-system repairs. Operate airport vehicles and equipment, assist mechanics, handle refuse when directed, and follow applicable safety requirements.

Job details

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 For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires secondary school completion and at least three years of heavy equipment operation and related maintenance experience. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain the specified radio, airside vehicle, and first aid credentials, and must have a valid Class D driver's licence with an Air Brake Endorsement and an acceptable driving record.