Heavy Equipment Mechanic

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT CANADIAN BASE OPERATORS

For over 25 years, Canadian Base Operators has provided customized facilities management and logistical support services to clients in the Canadian Defence, aviation, and energy sectors. We are a performance-based contractor, committed to partnering with our clients to ensure the long-term success of their highly specialized facilities and operations.

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Canadian Base Operators' Southport team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. As a proud partner with Kelowna Aerospace Defence Programs, we deliver numerous support services tailored to our client, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

The Heavy Equipment Mechanicposition is located in Southport, MB and typically reports directly to the Roads and Grounds Supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for conducting preventative and corrective maintenance and repairs on small and heavy equipment, and fleet vehicles. 

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 

• Schedule and perform regular maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Complete work orders and weekly time summaries in a timely fashion.
• Assist with other trades as needed including:
• Adhere to safety standards and company policies when operating machinery and other equipment;
• Escort contractors on airside as required;
• Ensure snow and ice removal on airside and around CFTS occupied buildings, sidewalks and parking lots;
• Roll and dye mark helicopter landing/training sites;
• Operate the loader for any contractors on site;
• Assist in maintaining and cleaning all equipment and shop area;
• Cut grass around runways, taxiways, off-level hills, helo pads, remote sites, Grabber Green and around CFTS occupied buildings;
• Complete line painting on airport operating surfaces and parking lots; and
• Complete joint sealing on airport operating surfaces and other leased paved surfaces.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
 

• Communicates Effectively
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
 

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Red Seal or similar.
• Will consider Year 3 or 4 apprentice of a related program.
• 3-5 years of experience required.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance.
• Valid Manitoba Class 5 license.
• On-the-job training required - Restricted Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualification (ROC-A) and Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit (AVOP).

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

Canadian Base Operators complies with all applicable COVID-19 requirements. This may require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, provide attestations regarding vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, or satisfy other conditions of employment that Canadian Base Operators deems appropriate. Employees may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of employment (except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation).

Canadian Base Operators 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.