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 secure 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

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