Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman Jobs in Kelowna, BC
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Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman
Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman
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Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman
About the role
##Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK54054P
Position Title
Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
N/A
Position Groups
CUPE Airport
Division
Airport (DV105)
Department
Airport Operations Management (DP109)
Department Name
Branch
Airport Operation/Emergency Services (BR227)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
The Airport Mechanic Shop Foreman supervises mechanics that repair and maintain a wide variety of fleet cars, trucks, and industry equipment, as well as specialized firefighting apparatus and heavy equipment. The Foreman plans, organizes and supervises the operation of the airports mechanical repair and maintenance facility, including coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing mechanical and welding/fabrication work that is completed in field locations.
Duties - Union
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Plans, organizes, develops, implements, and coordinates preventative maintenance work schedules; supervises staff to ensure appropriate assignment priorities, a high quality of work and a safe work environment.
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Provides guidance, instruction and direction to staff engaged in the repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles, and equipment.
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Provides input to the Supervisor to develop the annual budget submission, monitors expenditures, maintains inventory control and other records, prepares various reports.
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Research new methods, services, and equipment to improve the operation, prepare cost estimates, recommend equipment purchases.
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Researches, recommends, and participates in courses that are required to learn new and continuously changing trades technologies.
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Responds to service inquiries from staff and client department managers; deals with parts dealers and suppliers regarding warranty and other service issues; responds to various service complaints.
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Authorizes work to be contracted out to various external shops, contractors, and dealers in accordance with established guidelines.
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Performs troubleshooting, electronic diagnostics, servicing, preventive maintenance, and repairs in both the shop and in the field. (the core duties of Mechanic classification)
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Operates a computer as well as all tools and equipment of the trade.
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Completes various administrative duties including work invoices, time records, safety review notes, etc.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
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Trade Tickets – Heavy Duty Technicianandeither the Automotive or Commercial Vehicle Mechanic.
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Experience
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Master EVT certification (Current)
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Aeronautical Radio License
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Transport Canada Security Clearance (RAIC)
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Airside Vehicle Operators Permit (AVOP)
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BC Drivers License – Valid Class 3 with Air Endorsement ticket
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
- People Management
- Team Building
- Problem-solving
- Communication Excellence
- Service Excellence
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on March 24, 2026.
External Candidates: Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Testing may be required.If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate
48.42
Posting Date
03/18/2026
Closing Date
04/15/2026
Days of Work
Monday-Friday
Standard Hours per Day
8.4
Hours of Work
07:00-15:00
Work Location
KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT
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##Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
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Cover Letter
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Driver's Abstract
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Other Document 1
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Other Document 2
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Other Document 3
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Other Document 4
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