Facilities Assistant-Seasonal (. #:) Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry.
Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.
We currently have an opportunity available for a Facilities Assistant-Seasonal. Reporting to the FBO Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following:
Job Details- Type of Employment:
Temporary - Location:
Calgary - Position Shift: various; days, evenings, weekends
- Salary/Hourly: $22.00 per hour
- Competition Deadline:
- Date Posted:
- Term employment - October 2026 through to April 2027
- Seasonal employment:
Provide courteous and friendly service to all building tenants while maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the facility and grounds. - Maintain all aspects of building safety and security systems
- Ensure all ground walkways, parking lot and Ramp are clear of snow and ice.
- Ensure shrubs, trees, lawns and flowers are cut, trimmed, watered and fertilized as required.
- Maintain, program and repair automatic watering systems
- Perform hangar inspections, Fire Lane walks
- Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance for the facilities
- Keep the Facilities Lead / FBO Manager informed when supplies need to be ordered
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained, including hangar spill kits
- Ensure propane tanks are always filled
- Take an active role in project maintenance work and ensure it is completed in a timely fashion
- Other related duties including, but not limited to, changing garbage
- cleaning hangar floors
- windows
- all common areas staff lunchroom, coffee areas, washrooms and lobby
- organize and arrange for pick up of all recyclables
- Completion of High School Diploma
- Completion of vocational or technical training is an asset
- 1-2 years maintenance experience
- Sound knowledge of basic carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, etc. is considered an asset
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Valid Driver’s licence and abstract is required
- Forklift, heavy equipment and Man lift certificate is required
- Skid steer and front end loader experiences is recommended-but training can be provided
- Substance abuse screening is required as per our Safety Management System
- Positive “Can Do” attitude
- Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving abilities
- Sound decision making skills
- Able to handle multiple tasks calmly and work under pressure
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Indoor and Outdoor Environment, Lifting, Walking, Driving company vehicles and heavy equipment
- Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching.
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