Airport Operations Specialist Firefighter at City of Kelowna

Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number CK53893P
Position Title Airport Operations Specialist Firefighter
No. of Staff Required 2
Position Type FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months N/A
Position Groups CUPE Airport
Division Airport (DV105)
Department Airport Operations Management (DP109)
Department Name
Branch Airport Operation/Emergency Services (BR227)
Organizational Information

Purpose of your 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 - Union

• 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
Credentials - Union

• High School graduation or equivalent
• Current ARFF Certification as per CARs 323
• Maintenance Driver Operator Certification (MDO)
• Aeronautical Restricted Radio Operators License
• Forklift Certification
• 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)
• Pesticide Applicator’s License
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate
• Ability to travel to the United States
• BC Drivers License – Class 3 with Air Ticket

Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies

• Experience
• Communication Excellence
• Customer Service
• Flexibility
• Physical Ability

Posting Text

Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on November 25, 2025.
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.

Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence” Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate There is a 5 step progression; starting at $39.47 per hour
Posting Date 11/19/2025
Closing Date 12/19/2025
Days of Work Shift rotation 4 on 4 off
Standard Hours per Day 12
Hours of Work 06:00-18:00
18:00-06:00
Work Location KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

• Other Document 1

• Other Document 2

• Other Document 3

• Other Document 4