Airfield Maintenance Specialist (full-time)
HOURS of WORK – 40 standard hours per week – the summer season is mostly day shifts and the winter seasonal is a rotating days and nights schedule which can be confirmed during the interview process.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment to perform maintenance duties on airport runways, taxiways, roads, parking lots and general airfield
- Maintains the general airfield by performing general airfield inspection of runways, taxiways, aprons, condition of airfield lighting and signage for vehicle and aircraft navigation
- Wildlife control and removal
- Assist with emergent airside occurrences, ensuring safety and security for our employees and the public
- Support our Trades team with maintenance of equipment and facilities
- Provide escort and support to internal and external projects
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience in heavy equipment operation
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 3A Driver’s License with air brake endorsement
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Security Clearance, an Airside Vehicle Operators Permit, and an Industry Canada Radio licence
- Proven ability to exercise initiative and discretion
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Excellent ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Proven commitment to safety with an impeccable safety record
- Strong commitment to our Corporate Code of Conduct and Workplace Culture Guiding Principles
Qualified applicants are asked to forward their cover letter and resumes to [email protected] by July 28, 2026. There may be an opportunity to apply after this date if the position has not yet been filled.
Please note that we may be posting for winter seasonal positions in the short term as well. The winter season is typically mid October to mid April. Please make sure your cover letter or email highlights if you would also consider seasonal work.
YXE Saskatoon Airport values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Job applicants are encouraged to self-identify as an indigenous person and/or other minorities to ensure equitable access and consideration. Diversity at YXE means fostering a workplace in which differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.29-$40.90 per hour
Application question(s):
- Should the full-time position be awarded to an internal candidate, would you want to be considered for winter seasonal work? (Mid October to Mid April each year)
Work Location: In person
