{"id":1139099,"url":"https://alion.io/job/hamilton-international-airport-seasonal-equipment-operator","title":"Seasonal Equipment Operator","company":{"id":1053746,"name":"Hamilton International Airport","domain":"flyhamilton.ca","url":"https://alion.io/company/flyhamilton","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"contractor","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Hamilton, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":37,"max":null,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":74000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T09:42:59Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T13:22:44Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"­\nAbout Vantage Group\nVantage Group is a global leader in airport and transportation investment, development, management, and advisor services. Since 1994, Vantage's corporate and network-wide team has managed an award-winning portfolio, building strong partnerships that integrate global expertise and local know-how to solve complex transportation challenges at every network location. Over three decades, Vantage has built a track record of creating customized solutions to transform airports and transportation centers that benefit the passengers, stakeholders, and communities they serve. Vantage is a wholly owned strategic platform of Investcorp Corsair Infrastructure Partners for capital deployment in the airport and transportation sectors. Visit vantagegroup.com to learn more.\nVantage Group has operated Hamilton Airport since 1996. Economic and industrial development in the city and region have contributed to the airport’s growth, with over 324,336 passengers welcomed in 2025. Hamilton is located on the western tip of Lake Ontario, an area known as the city of waterfalls. More information: www.flyhamilton.ca.\nPosition Summary Reporting to the Manager, Airside Operations, the Seasonal Equipment Operator / Maintenance Person maintains Hamilton International Airport facilities, grounds, and equipment in accordance with Transport Canada regulations.\n­\nKey Responsibilities\nOperates equipment such as combination of snowplow and runway sweeper, snow blower, dump trucks, front-end loader, backhoe, tractor with 20-foot attachment, graders, lawn mowers, weed sprayers, trimmer and paint machines for road striping.\nMaintains on-going communication with air traffic controllers when airside.\nMonitors and reports airside conditions such as snow accumulation.\nOperates hand and power tools.\nAttaches and detaches accessory pieces of equipment.\nMaintains airside runways, taxiways and aprons.\nAccompanies contractors and service person for airside repairs.\nPerforms preventative maintenance and minor repairs such as cleaning and servicing of equipment.\nPerforms minor building maintenance.\nPerforms electrical and lighting maintenance such as replacing modular components; makes minor repairs to building electrical systems.\nPerforms water main and minor indoor plumbing repairs.\nPerforms wildlife control.\nResponds to emergency situations by assisting in fire and crash rescues.\nPerforms other duties as assigned that are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.\n­\nQualifications & Experience\nGrade 10 graduation, plus two years of related training and experience operating a variety of equipment with levers and switches in confined spaces or congested areas.\nAbility to follow written instructions and perform a variety of tasks, including operating vehicles and assisting with skilled trades or craft-related work. Ability to use basic arithmetic and complete reports and logs.\nMust possess a Class \"D\" license with a \"Z\" endorsement.\nMust possess, or be able to obtain, a Restricted Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualification (ROC-A).\nMust possess, or be able to obtain, a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) / Transportation Security Clearance and the appropriate Airport Vehicle Operator's Permit (AVOP).\nCompensation: $37.81/Hr\nContract Duration: Mid-November 2026 to mid-April 2027. The contract end date may be extended or shortened depending on weather conditions and operational requirements.\nPrimary Work Location: On-Site at Hamilton Airport Work Authorization: Only qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada will be considered.AI Disclosure: We may use artificial intelligence-powered tools to support candidate sourcing. All applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition and Hiring teams, and all selection and hiring decisions are made by human decision-makers.\nAt Vantage Group, we seek and welcome unique backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills. As a global organization, we believe that a diverse, inclusive, and empowered workforce strengthens our ability to innovate and succeed. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute, grow, and thrive.\nAccommodation for Applicants We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at . 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