Airport Labour - Seasonal - Fulltime

Canadian Base Operators

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Fort Mackay, AB Until 10/5/2026 1+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

**6 Month Seasonal Term **

Canadian Base Operators’ & Acden’s Firebag Airport team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Airport Labour Agent Positions are located at the Firebag Airport North of Fort McMurray and the position typically reports directly to the Ramp Agent Team Lead. Their primary focus is to perform the duties associated with Ground Support/Ramp Airport Operations such as but not limited to: aircraft de-icing, aircraft marshalling, ground start equipment operation and baggage handling assigned by the Team Lead in a safe and efficient manner. The successful candidate will be required to perform other skilled and unskilled tasks related to the job to assure continuous operation by our client. Other duties as assigned including Cross Training duties with passenger check in staff.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Operate a Skid-steer and other like equipment (small tractors, mowers, and sweepers)

• Assist with general airport maintenance, housekeeping, and groundskeeping

      • Marshalling aircraft in and out of the aerodrome

      • Ability to operate Ground Service Equipment (GSE).

      • Aircraft deicing and anti-icing

      • Baggage loading and unloading

      • Greet and check-in passengers for their flights, verifying documents and identification.

      • Manage gate operations and flight closure.

      • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.

      • Commitment to teamwork with fellow employees, pilots, flight attendants and other contractors.

      • Organize the safe loading and unloading of passengers to and from buses.

      • Manage all aspects of its business with regards to prevention of pollution and minimize or eliminate adverse environmental and health impacts. This will be achieved by taking into consideration and complying with; federal, provincial and municipal regulations and guidelines, (whichever is the more stringent) in conjunction with customer, employee and public requirements and concerns.

      • Keep workspaces and general areas clean, orderly and hazard free; wear personal protective equipment

      • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds

      • Computer Knowledge required for Passenger Check – In and Online Training

      • Secondary duties, as required, may include but not limited to: conducting environmental, safety and quality checks, general housekeeping in support of a healthy and safe workplace environment and taking proactive and corrective measures in these areas.

      • Must be willing and able to travel.

      COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

      • Communicates Effectively

      • Continuous Learning

      • Teamwork and Collaboration

      • Values and Respects Others

      EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

      • Grade 12 or GED Equivalent

      The following certifications/designations are considered an asset

      • Common Safety Orientation – Energy Safety Canada

      • Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness -

      • Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness

      • WestJet Training

      • 1+ years of experience with Ramp/Aviation Operations

      • AVOP

      WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

      • 1-3 years of experience in the aviation industry

      SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

      Proficient/ knowledge and understanding of:

      • Established Aviation practices, procedures and techniques

      • Applicable local, and federal labour codes

      • Organization and time management

      • Willing and able to travel – flights are provided to the work site from Calgary and or from Edmonton

      • Hold a valid driver’s license,

      • AVOP

      • Previous experience with aircraft de-icing and aircraft ground handling

      Pre-employment & Random Drug and Alcohol Screening

      • Annual Drivers Abstract

      • Criminal Record Check

      Canadian Base Operators with Acden welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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      About this role

      Summary

      Perform ramp, aircraft de-icing, baggage handling, and airport support duties.

      Job title

      Airport Labour - Seasonal - Fulltime

      Experience level

      1-3 years

      Minimum experience

      1+ years exp

      Industry

      aviation

      Location requirements

      Fort Mackay, AB; travel required, no remote work

      Salary

      Not specified

      Management role

      No

      Skills & keywords

      Required skills

      aviation practicescommunicationorganizationdriver's licenseAVOP

      Preferred skills

      wildlife awarenessH2S awarenessWestJet training

      Specializations

      ground supportramp operationsaircraft de-icingground handlingairport maintenance
      Locations

      Structured locations inferred from the posting.

      Fort McKay, AB T9K 2Z1, Canada

      On-site City