Mechanic, Deicing Operations
Top Benefits
About the role
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you! As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health benefits, an employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Manager, Deicing Operations Maintenance, this position is responsible for the inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs/maintenance of engines, component parts and attachments to deicing vehicles, mobile, fixed and towed ground support equipment, including glycol recovery vehicles, diesel tractors, compressors, diesel, gasoline and gas turbine powered (stand-by) power units.
Key Accountabilities:
- Repair and modify deicing vehicles equipped with hydraulic telescopic booms, data transfer systems, vehicle operations computers, computerized nozzle and glycol mixers, storage tanks, glycol burner unit, and any associated program logic controllers (PLCs), etc.
- Overhaul of components requiring extensive knowledge with computerized fuel injection systems, engine tune-ups and problem diagnosis
- Inspect, adjust, repair and/or replace all major and minor vehicle and equipment components, transmissions, air brakes hydraulics and electrical systems
- Resolve problems on vehicles and equipment, which have suffered failures of components or entire systems
- Disassemble complete units, when required, and rebuild, incorporate new, repaired or replacement components
- Check and repair brakes, brake drums, rotors, linings or disc pads, wheel and master cylinders, power assist and brake lines, wheel bearings and seals and repacks
- Inspect and repair all steering components, shock absorbers, springs, torsion bars and visually checking alignment
- Perform major and minor maintenance and repair work and replacement and carry out preventive maintenance inspections onto all emergency power units installed at the Central Deicing Facility
- of units or components to all emergency power units
- Diagnose problems with air conditioning units and doing complete repairs including evacuating and recharging the entire system
- Test and calibrate vehicles to ensure that exhaust emissions are kept within specifications
- Perform general servicing including oil changes, filters, lubrications, safety equipment inspections, tires, batteries, wipers, lights, glass, etc. Cleaning, degreasing vehicles and equipment
This is a unionized position is classified at the Band 8 level, with an hourly wage of $48.55, based on a 40 hour work week. The successful candidate must be available to commence the duties of the position once a selection decision has been made. A test may be administered as a part of the competitive process.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic and direct experience in vehicular and equipment maintenance gained in a variety of jobs
- Experience working over a very wide range of equipment
- Must possess a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification in the trade of Truck and Coach Technician (310T)
- Valid Ontario Provincial Class G driver’s license
- Obtain and maintain a D/A class AVOP permit within thirty (30) days of appointment to the position
- Obtain and retain a Transport Security Clearance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of vehicle technology associated with the design, inspection, testing and use of deicing vehicles and equipment
- Ability to maintain up to date knowledge of current Ministry of Transportation regulations and practices and current technology of a very diversified fleet of light and heavy technologically advanced equipment
- Knowledge of computer diagnostics and programming tools to perform troubleshooting and maintenance duties
- Knowledge of accurate response to hazardous spills and containment, record keeping practices and health and safety practices
- Knowledge of maintenance of tools during work
- Knowledge of the layout of the airport
- Demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com
Mechanic, Deicing Operations
Top Benefits
About the role
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you! As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health benefits, an employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Manager, Deicing Operations Maintenance, this position is responsible for the inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs/maintenance of engines, component parts and attachments to deicing vehicles, mobile, fixed and towed ground support equipment, including glycol recovery vehicles, diesel tractors, compressors, diesel, gasoline and gas turbine powered (stand-by) power units.
Key Accountabilities:
- Repair and modify deicing vehicles equipped with hydraulic telescopic booms, data transfer systems, vehicle operations computers, computerized nozzle and glycol mixers, storage tanks, glycol burner unit, and any associated program logic controllers (PLCs), etc.
- Overhaul of components requiring extensive knowledge with computerized fuel injection systems, engine tune-ups and problem diagnosis
- Inspect, adjust, repair and/or replace all major and minor vehicle and equipment components, transmissions, air brakes hydraulics and electrical systems
- Resolve problems on vehicles and equipment, which have suffered failures of components or entire systems
- Disassemble complete units, when required, and rebuild, incorporate new, repaired or replacement components
- Check and repair brakes, brake drums, rotors, linings or disc pads, wheel and master cylinders, power assist and brake lines, wheel bearings and seals and repacks
- Inspect and repair all steering components, shock absorbers, springs, torsion bars and visually checking alignment
- Perform major and minor maintenance and repair work and replacement and carry out preventive maintenance inspections onto all emergency power units installed at the Central Deicing Facility
- of units or components to all emergency power units
- Diagnose problems with air conditioning units and doing complete repairs including evacuating and recharging the entire system
- Test and calibrate vehicles to ensure that exhaust emissions are kept within specifications
- Perform general servicing including oil changes, filters, lubrications, safety equipment inspections, tires, batteries, wipers, lights, glass, etc. Cleaning, degreasing vehicles and equipment
This is a unionized position is classified at the Band 8 level, with an hourly wage of $48.55, based on a 40 hour work week. The successful candidate must be available to commence the duties of the position once a selection decision has been made. A test may be administered as a part of the competitive process.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic and direct experience in vehicular and equipment maintenance gained in a variety of jobs
- Experience working over a very wide range of equipment
- Must possess a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification in the trade of Truck and Coach Technician (310T)
- Valid Ontario Provincial Class G driver’s license
- Obtain and maintain a D/A class AVOP permit within thirty (30) days of appointment to the position
- Obtain and retain a Transport Security Clearance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of vehicle technology associated with the design, inspection, testing and use of deicing vehicles and equipment
- Ability to maintain up to date knowledge of current Ministry of Transportation regulations and practices and current technology of a very diversified fleet of light and heavy technologically advanced equipment
- Knowledge of computer diagnostics and programming tools to perform troubleshooting and maintenance duties
- Knowledge of accurate response to hazardous spills and containment, record keeping practices and health and safety practices
- Knowledge of maintenance of tools during work
- Knowledge of the layout of the airport
- Demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com