Location

Pickle Lake

Status

Full Time - Rotational

Shift

14 days on / 14 days off

Department

Ground Operations

Deadline

Until Filled

Job Description

The Pickle Lake Facilities Technician ensures all grounds facilities are periodically inspected and performs the upkeeping and or repair of the facilities as it is required.

Responsibilities

• General and preventative maintenance; including repairs and servicing
• Upkeeping of existing, and new building structures
• Perform periodic building maintenance inspections
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain various electrical components and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair building systems (e.g. Lighting, plumbing, HVAC,etc.)
• Perform additional services depending on the season (e.g. Snow removal, etc.)
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Perform general and preventive maintenance on ground equipment and vehicles
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Update and maintain information in Wasaya records systems and department databases
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department
• Liaise with Staff and Base Managers for reporting or receiving reports of equipment defects
• Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required
• Maintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties
• Perform and uphold Wasaya’s Customer Care Commitments to both internal and external customers
• Any other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) to four (4) years previous maintenance experience or completion of a journeyman ticket or license in a related vehicle, heavy equipment or small motors trade
• Valid driver’s license.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Excellent time management and project management skills.

Assets

• Ability to obtain T.B.I.A.A. AVOP license is an asset.
• Ability to meet security requirements necessary to obtain Restricted Area Pass.
• Welding experience is an asset.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email.
• First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets.
• The ability to communicate in Oji-Cree or Ojibway is an asset.
• Previous airline experience is an asset.
• Experience with and/or knowledge of First Nations Organizations is an asset.

Accommodations

• Food and accommodations are provided
• Transportation to and from Thunder Bay to Pickle Lake provided
• Overtime as required
• 24/7 availability may be required
• Travel to off-site locations will be required
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. Basic hand tools, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, etc.
• Hazards associated with trade, as indoor and outdoor work is required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 70lbs.

• Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources
Wasaya Airways LP
201 Kelner Place
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6V3
Fax: (807) 789-1645
Email: careers@wasaya.com