Airport Operations Specialist/Firefighter
Posting Information

Posting Number: CK54258P

Position Title: Airport Operations Specialist/Firefighter

No. of Staff Required: 1

Position Type: FT

Position Groups: CUPE Airport

Division: Airport (DV105)

Department: Airport Operations Management (DP109)

Branch: Airport Operation/Emergency Services (BR227)

Purpose of Position: Non Union

Classification Summary: Union

An Airport Operations Specialist /Firefighter operates specialized aircraft rescue firefighting apparatus to respond to aircraft, medical and other emergency calls associated with the airport under the supervision of the AOS /FF Crew Captain. An AOS /FF performs groundside and airside maintenance functions that involve equipment operation and various manual tasks, with an emphasis on proactive airport safety.

Duties

Provides aircraft rescue firefighting and first medical response services.

Monitors multiple radio frequencies and phone communications within the Operations Room; dispatches and/or takes action on requests and concerns.

Completes documentation on emergency calls, including relevant details, such as weather, ground conditions, etc.

Reports current airfield conditions.

Maintains a regular schedule of maintenance and site/equipment inspections. Completes accurate documentation.

Operates a variety of light to heavy/specialized equipment to maintain safe runways, aprons, taxiways and other airside and groundside locations,



including snow removal and the application of ice control chemicals.

Performs landscape maintenance and wildlife control, litter pick-up, general clean-up, and other manual work functions.

Results and Activities - Non union

High School graduation or equivalent

Current ARFF Certification as per CARs 323

Maintenance Driver Operator Certification (MDO)

Aeronautical Restricted Radio Operators License

WHMIS

Ability to obtain Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP)

RAIC or the ability to obtain Transport Canada Security Clearance

First Medical Responder 3 with AED & Spinal

Possession and Acquisition License (Firearms)

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate

Ability to travel to the United States

BC Drivers License - Class 3 with Air Ticket

Knowledge - Non Union

Experience

Customer Service

Flexibility

Physical Ability

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Experience

Customer Service

Flexibility

Physical Ability

Additional Hiring Information

This position is a permanent and full time position for up to 12 months

Pay Rate
Pay Rate Starts at $40.93 per hour with a 4-step progression to $45.34 per hour

Posting Date
10/01/2026

Closing Date
10/13/2026

Days of Work
Shift rotation 4 on 4 off

Standard Hours per Day
12

Hours of Work
06:00 -18:00 days / 18:00 - 0600 nights

Work Location
KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT - Airport Operations & Firefighting

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📌 Airport Operations Specialist/Firefighter (British Columbia)
🏢 City of Kelowna
📍 British Columbia