New Posting

Airstrip Operator
Newfoundland Labrador - Port Hope Simpson, NL
$22.23 - $24.61 an hour

The Department of Transportation and Works is responsible for the administration, supervision, control, regulation, management and direction of all matters relating to transportation and public works. As such, the Department oversees the construction and maintenance of the provincial highways; the provision of the provincial ferry services; management of the provincial government fleet of light vehicles and heavy equipment; operation and maintenance of the provincial government air ambulances and water bombers; and construction and management of provincial government buildings. The vision of the Department of Transportation and Works is of safe, reliable and sustainable transportation and public works infrastructure and services, demonstrating a commitment to service excellence in supporting the social and economic needs of Newfoundland and Labrador.  Duties  Work involves responsibility for performing daily safety checks and maintenance inspections of airstrip surface, lights, markers, building, security, and supplies. The incumbent is also responsible for taking charge of the overall coordination of the emergency operations at the scene as the on-scene controller. Other responsibilities include routine daily maintenance on equipment and maintaining accurate documentation of activities at the airport and maintenance records; maintain airport surfaces; snow plowing, snow removal and grading gravel runways and immediately advising the supervisor of any conditions which may adversely affect the operation of aircrafts. The incumbent is expected to attend landings and takeoffs of aircraft. Other duties as assigned.  Screening Criteria  Experience in operation of heavy equipment  Experience in minor repairs to heavy equipment  Experience in operating an airstrip (asset)  Completion of the High School Education (equivalencies will be considered)  Possession of Driver’s License 05 license with 08, 09 and 09A endorsements  Clearly demonstrate the ability to report within one half hour of notification of after-duty call  Assessment Criteria  Knowledge of maintenance and practices utilized in the operation of heavy equipment  Knowledge of the safety regulations utilized in the operation of heavy equipment  Knowledge in operating an airstrip (asset)  Ability to make decisions  Ability to manage time and tasks  Ability to communicate (verbal)  Heavy equipment operating skills  Work independently  Conditions of Employment - Conditions of Offer  Valid Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Class 05 license with 08, 09 and 09A endorsements  Recent and satisfactory driver’s abstract is required  Conditions of Acceptance  Report within one half hour of notification of after-duty call  Applicant Information  For more information about this opportunity please call (709) 896-7858.  The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values diversity in the work place and is an equal opportunity employer.  Preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.  Applications should be received before the close of business on the closing date - late applications with explanation may be accepted.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required merit criteria.  Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required criteria will be screened-out.  All applications must contain accurate contact information, including current mailing address, email address and phone number.  This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. For further information or to apply, please click here