JOB POSTING AIR-25-01

Airport Attendant

René Fontaine Municipal Airport

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Non-Union

Rate of Pay: $31.62-$40.66 / hour

Date Posted: April 4, 2025

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Airport Manager, the Airport Attendant is responsible for the upkeep of airport facilities, aircraft fueling, runway maintenance, and administrative duties related to daily operations. This role supports safe and efficient airport operations, maintaining compliance with airport standards and assisting in operational enhancements as needed. 

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma
• Current Standard First Aid Certification is considered an asset
• Valid “G” drivers’ licence
• Bilingual (French/English) is required
• Restricted Operator Certificate – Aeronautical is considered an asset
• Previous experience in an aviation setting is preferred
• Ability to follow pre-established communication procedures
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to interact professionally with airport users and other stakeholders
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions 

Hours of Work

• 40 hours of work per week, predominantly day shifts, with a rotating on-call schedule based on operational needs
• Work hours include evenings and weekends, based on operational needs

A detailed job description is available on the Town of Hearst website, www.hearst.ca. 

Questions regarding the roles and responsibilities of this position can be directed to: 

Marc-Olivier Gauthier, Director of Airport Services
Email: mogauthier@hearst.ca                

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume by 4:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025, using the subject line “(your name) – Airport Attendant”, to the following address:

Human Resources, email: hr@hearst.ca

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purposes of candidate selection. The Town of Hearst is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants are asked to inform us of their accommodation needs in advance.