Lead Equipment Operator

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 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 Lead Equipment Operator oversees the safe operation and maintenance of glycol recovery and processing equipment while supervising team performance. They are responsible for ensuring standard operating procedures are followed, conducting equipment inspections, and managing fluid inventory.

Job details

Discover an exciting future at the Airport! Our Corporate Mission: We will endeavour to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction. We will strive to be the leader in our industry by setting new standards and by demanding more of ourselves than our clients do. We will not rest on our accomplishments but build on them in an effort to be the best we can. We will do this by focusing on safety, continuous process improvement, teamwork and innovation, all while maintaining the highest level of integrity. This is our commitment, this is our way. Position Overview: This is a seasonal position with routine seasonal layoff and seasonal recall. The Lead Equipment Operator will work as part of a team to provide superior service and stakeholder satisfaction through responsibility for the safe and efficient operation and preservation of equipment utilized for the purpose of tasks related to Glycol Recovery Vehicles and processing, while ensuring the well-being of self and all internal and external stakeholders. Our seasonal employees enjoy the following benefits: Insurance - health, dental and life, AD&D and LTD Retirement/Pension plan with company match Employee Assistance Program myFlexPay - early access to wages before pay date Work perks via Perkopolis $300 referral bonuses - unlimited Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to): Assign duties and monitor performance of Equipment Operators to ensure work is completed according to standard operating procedures; Ensure optimum equipment performance through regular equipment inspections; Ensure full communication with next shift regarding current state of processing equipment; Professionally operate and maintain the company’s Recovery and Processing Equipment including the Glycol Concentrator; Assist in the training of all operators in the proper Recovery and Processing Equipment operational procedures and inform the site supervisor immediately of any deficiencies in Recovery and Processing Equipment operation, daily inspections and daily paperwork submitted by all operators; Ensure all operators perform daily Recovery Equipment walk-arounds before operation: focusing on lights, spray bar, emulsifying agent, chassis, pick-up head, debris tank, dumping controls, axial separators, valve positions, vehicle and auxiliary engines, and inside controls; Perform, and instruct operators with light maintenance tasks on Recovery and Processing Equipment, and to immediately report any major repair requirements; Perform, and instruct operators with tank inventory and/or storm preparedness operations, (i.e., drain and valve operations, etc.); Routinely inspect de-icing surfaces while on shift and promptly collect or dispatch the appropriate number of operators to collect spent aircraft de-icing fluid (ADF) well before the risk of fluid escape (when needed); Routinely inspect tanks, plumbing, filtration, pumping systems while on shift, and promptly repair and advise Supervisor of all actions required; Empty the debris tank into Inland’s storage vessels well before the risk of overfill; Oversee the daily tracking and recording of fluids processed; Assist with the glycol recycling processes, including concentrator and sanitary machine operations. Required Skills and Experience: Must be at least 18 years old; Successful completion of all classroom and on-the-job training; Previous experience overseeing the work of others; Basic knowledge of aircraft and how they perform; Ability to read, write, speak and communicate effectively in English; Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task; Ability to interpret documents including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; Ability to safely operate a motorized vehicle in inclement weather; General mechanical competence and ability to effectively use hand tools; Ability to remain calm and perform under pressure and within fixed time constraints. Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver’s license and clean driver's abstract; High school diploma or equivalent. Supervisory Responsibilities: When the Operations Manager is not on site, the Equipment Operators will report to the Lead Operator. Work Environment: There will be a combination of working in an indoor office working environment and working outside in different weather conditions i.e. frequent exposure to prevalent weather conditions, etc. Physical Demands: This position involves sitting and standing for extended periods of time as well as bending, kneeling, climbing, using hands to control tools and feel objects, reaching with hands and arms; May be necessary to work at heights up to 40 feet; The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a seasonal full-time position with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week; The schedule will consist of shift work as a mandatory requirement which means the employee must be flexible and able to work evenings, weekends and days. Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances required by Transport Canada or local Airport Authorities. Ability to pass pre-employment background screenings. The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. Previous experience overseeing the work of others and general mechanical competence are required.