Host, Canada Aviation and Space Museum (anticipatory staffing)
About the role
If you are an Ingenium employee, please visit your home page on ADP, select “Myself”. Under Talent, select Career Centre and submit your application - do not create a personal account
The purpose of this job posting is to create an active bank of candidates for six months (May 1, 2026, to October 30, 2026).
Salary Range: $22.56 to $27.35/ per hour
Language Requirement: Bilingual (- - C) ( definition )
Work location: 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, ON
POSITION TYPES
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- Part-time (12.5 hours minimum per week)
- Term (under 6 months)
- Casual (no more than 625 hours per one-year period, scheduled on an “at need” basis, “no guaranteed” hours)
AVAILABILITY REQUIRED
- Weekdays
- Saturday and Sunday
- Statutory holidays
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Hosts serve as the first point of contact for all museum visitors. They create a welcoming and informative first impression by greeting guests, providing orientation, and delivering accurate information about the museum’s programs, services, exhibitions, policies, and special events.
Hosts administer the museum’s admission process, including operating the point-of-sale system and handling monetary transactions in accordance with established financial procedures.
In their role as ambassadors for Ingenium, Hosts ensure that each visitor’s experience begins positively and reflects the institution’s mission and mandate. They operate the admission desks, support group check-ins, and offer general and tourist-related information to enhance the overall visitor experience. Additionally, they may assist with the safety and security of guests and staff by participating in emergency or fire safety protocols.
Hosts also contribute to a smooth and enjoyable visit by assisting with other tasks that support the visitor experience team and the museum’s day-to-day operations.
EDUCATION
- Successful high school diploma CPR and First Aid (asset)
EXPERIENCE
- Experience handling cash and financial transactions;
- Experience working in a front facing, customer service environment; Experience in explaining products, services or membership value add to customers.
KNOWLEDGE
- General knowledge of customer services standards and practices;
- General knowledge of the Canada Aviation and Space Museum; General knowledge of Ingenium.
COMPETENCIES
- Ability to communicate orally in both official languages;
- Ability to work well independently without supervision;
- Ability to work well as part of a cohesive team and being collaborative;
- Ability to process accurate financial transaction (cash);
- Ability to multitask (simultaneously handle cash, processing payments, using a computer based POS system, providing electronic invoices, etc.);
- Ability to remain calm and positive during buys times and to efficiently occupy your time during slower periods; Ability to assess all sorts of situations, remain calm, de-escalate and find a solution by using sound judgement.
Security Requirements: Enhanced reliability
Classification: Level 1
Union Affiliation : Public Service Alliance of Canada
Please note that only candidates who are selected for the next stage of this selection process will be contacted.
Your application will remain active for 6 months.
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About Ingenium
Ingenium is a leading hazardous waste management provider focusing on providing sustainable solutions before implementing traditional disposal options. The company’s expertise in packaging, transportation, recycling, repurposing, reusing, and hazardous waste disposal is combined with an emphasis on cost, risk and liability reduction, and societal responsibility. In addition to sustainable solutions, Ingenium also offers traditional hazardous waste management, technical services, industrial waste, and EHS Consulting.
Ingenium created the pioneering Orphan Chemical Program that arranges for the transfer of title and shipment of useable hazardous chemicals (that otherwise would be treated as waste) to new owners. In California, Ingenium established the Emerald Energy Program, wherein biological, hazardous, and other waste types traditionally suitable for landfill disposal or incineration are used to power local and state electrical grids.
In addition to these established programs, Ingenium is researching and innovating new ways to recycle or reuse biohazardous materials formerly considered only suitable for landfill. They aim to help companies and organizations worldwide meet and exceed sustainability objectives, including Zero Waste Certification.
Ingenium was named multiple times by Inc.com as one of the nation's top 100 fastest-growing environmental services/hazardous waste disposal companies.
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Host, Canada Aviation and Space Museum (anticipatory staffing)
About the role
If you are an Ingenium employee, please visit your home page on ADP, select “Myself”. Under Talent, select Career Centre and submit your application - do not create a personal account
The purpose of this job posting is to create an active bank of candidates for six months (May 1, 2026, to October 30, 2026).
Salary Range: $22.56 to $27.35/ per hour
Language Requirement: Bilingual (- - C) ( definition )
Work location: 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, ON
POSITION TYPES
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- Part-time (12.5 hours minimum per week)
- Term (under 6 months)
- Casual (no more than 625 hours per one-year period, scheduled on an “at need” basis, “no guaranteed” hours)
AVAILABILITY REQUIRED
- Weekdays
- Saturday and Sunday
- Statutory holidays
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Hosts serve as the first point of contact for all museum visitors. They create a welcoming and informative first impression by greeting guests, providing orientation, and delivering accurate information about the museum’s programs, services, exhibitions, policies, and special events.
Hosts administer the museum’s admission process, including operating the point-of-sale system and handling monetary transactions in accordance with established financial procedures.
In their role as ambassadors for Ingenium, Hosts ensure that each visitor’s experience begins positively and reflects the institution’s mission and mandate. They operate the admission desks, support group check-ins, and offer general and tourist-related information to enhance the overall visitor experience. Additionally, they may assist with the safety and security of guests and staff by participating in emergency or fire safety protocols.
Hosts also contribute to a smooth and enjoyable visit by assisting with other tasks that support the visitor experience team and the museum’s day-to-day operations.
EDUCATION
- Successful high school diploma CPR and First Aid (asset)
EXPERIENCE
- Experience handling cash and financial transactions;
- Experience working in a front facing, customer service environment; Experience in explaining products, services or membership value add to customers.
KNOWLEDGE
- General knowledge of customer services standards and practices;
- General knowledge of the Canada Aviation and Space Museum; General knowledge of Ingenium.
COMPETENCIES
- Ability to communicate orally in both official languages;
- Ability to work well independently without supervision;
- Ability to work well as part of a cohesive team and being collaborative;
- Ability to process accurate financial transaction (cash);
- Ability to multitask (simultaneously handle cash, processing payments, using a computer based POS system, providing electronic invoices, etc.);
- Ability to remain calm and positive during buys times and to efficiently occupy your time during slower periods; Ability to assess all sorts of situations, remain calm, de-escalate and find a solution by using sound judgement.
Security Requirements: Enhanced reliability
Classification: Level 1
Union Affiliation : Public Service Alliance of Canada
Please note that only candidates who are selected for the next stage of this selection process will be contacted.
Your application will remain active for 6 months.
Not the right fit? Search for Host, Canada Aviation and Space Museum jobs in Ottawa, ON
About Ingenium
Ingenium is a leading hazardous waste management provider focusing on providing sustainable solutions before implementing traditional disposal options. The company’s expertise in packaging, transportation, recycling, repurposing, reusing, and hazardous waste disposal is combined with an emphasis on cost, risk and liability reduction, and societal responsibility. In addition to sustainable solutions, Ingenium also offers traditional hazardous waste management, technical services, industrial waste, and EHS Consulting.
Ingenium created the pioneering Orphan Chemical Program that arranges for the transfer of title and shipment of useable hazardous chemicals (that otherwise would be treated as waste) to new owners. In California, Ingenium established the Emerald Energy Program, wherein biological, hazardous, and other waste types traditionally suitable for landfill disposal or incineration are used to power local and state electrical grids.
In addition to these established programs, Ingenium is researching and innovating new ways to recycle or reuse biohazardous materials formerly considered only suitable for landfill. They aim to help companies and organizations worldwide meet and exceed sustainability objectives, including Zero Waste Certification.
Ingenium was named multiple times by Inc.com as one of the nation's top 100 fastest-growing environmental services/hazardous waste disposal companies.