Shop Hand at Executive Aviation – Halifax, Nova Scotia

Have you had experience working on vehicles or GSE? Do you have a passion for keeping things clean and being a reliable, dedicated worker? Well, Executive Aviation is looking for a part-time contract Shop Hand to work around our Ground Services Equipment (GSE) at the Halifax Airport (YHZ).

This person would enjoy working closely with our full-time Automotive Technician. They would be responsible for keeping a tidy work environment, driving GSE back and forth from the terminal, assisting with small repairs, and have a general understanding of basic PMI’s.

The Role

• General shop duties and variety of tasks
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop floor
• Pick up any necessary parts that have been ordered, may be asked to order parts based on direction of the Automotive Technician
• Bring GSE equipment to and from the ramp
• General knowledge of basic PMI’s (preventative maintenance inspection)
• Work with shops Automotive Technician to manage and maintain schedules and priorities
• Complete all documentation associated with repairs

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, crouch, kneel and push and pull for extended periods of time
• Successful completion of all Training and Read and Signs
• A physical ability to consistently lift up to 70lbs/32kgs
• Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather
• An ability to meet all conditions of employment:
  • Restricted Area pass issues by Transport Canada
  • A criminal background check
  • Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract