Specialist, Airport Bussing (Term Opportunity - One Year)

Job Category: Airport Operations

Requisition Number: SPECI005275

- Full-Time
- On-site

Locations

Toronto, ON L5P1B2, CAN

Description

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

What's in it for you

As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health advantages, an employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.

What you can expect from this position:

This position will report to the Manager, Bussing Operations. Under the daily guidance of the Lead Hand, Airport Bussing, this position is responsible for conducting Bussing operations including the deployment and operation of all GSE to support live off gate operations, and for maintaining surfaces in related bussing operational areas. The primary focus of this role will be to conduct Bussing Operations.

As a Specialist, Airport Bussing you will:

- Act as an ambassador for Toronto Pearson.




- Provide bussing service for all hardstand.
- Provide deployment and operation of GSE (Airstairs, Meditlifts, AVI Ramps) for live off gate flights.
- Assist the travelling public with mobility issues.
- Complete all required training for GTAA operated busses and support equipment.
- Conduct daily circle checks and inspections of assigned busses and GSE and completes vehicle logbook.
- Clean, fuel and ensure GTAA operated busses and support equipment (medilift, airstairs, aviramps etc.) are operationally ready.
- Provide bus services for GTAA sponsored tours and events, irrops response and other contingencies as required.
- Manually clear obstructions such as snow and ice from areas at the bussing facility (main doors public and airside), and other airside locations that may impede passengers flow using snow removal equipment and hand tools.
- Provide information support as able (directions, guidance to lounges etc.).
- Greet and welcome passengers to the airport and offers a high level of service as part of their travelling experience.
- Conduct walk about inspections and pick up FOD (foreign object debris) and litter around the bus routes and bus bay locations and other locations as assigned.
- Act as first level response to incidents onboard the bus or within the bus bays, such as CPR,



Defib and other first aid required to ensure passenger safety and coordination of response through Airport Operations Control.
- Demonstrate to new employees the proper method of operating bussing and support equipment and conduct AVOP observation as assigned.
- Conduct daily inspections, maintenance programs and cleaning on all mobile equipment and vehicles being utilized, including maintaining cleanliness of assigned facilities such as the Bussing Facility and Break Rooms.

This unionized position is classified at the Band 5 level, with an hourly wage rate of $41.38, based on a 40 hour work week.

This is the role for you, if you have:

- Demonstrated bus driving experience.
- A “DA” class Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP) or successfully obtain one within thirty (30) days of appointment to the position.
- Ability to maintain a CZ Provincial Drivers’ License with appropriate medical.
- Ability to obtain Defib certification.
- Ability to obtain and retain CPR Certification.
- Ability to obtain Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Certification.
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent education.
- Ability to obtain and retain Transport Canada Security Clearance.

Knowledge and skills you bring, that set you up for success:

- Ability to write and speak English fluently.
- Multi‐tasking is required in order to listen to multiple radios while operating a bus on the airfield and groundside.
- Knowledge of Incident Management (IMS) procedures.
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather.
- Ability to lift and walk while holding 30lbs, bending and twisting to secure the wheelchair ramp for mobility assist passenge

📌 Specialist, Airport Bussing (Toronto)
🏢 Toronto Pearson International
📍 Toronto