Groomer

Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services.

We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We’re fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Customer Support Manager, the Aircraft Groomer’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the inside of the aircraft and hangar buildings are maintained adhering to Perimeter’s safe and sanitary cleaning procedures.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly flexible with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment
• Professional and respectful with a positive work attitude
• Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential
• Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities
• Proven time management skills with strong attention to detail

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Maintain knowledge in the safe and correct use of all daily required cleaning chemicals, ensuring that proper safety equipment is worn, i.e. hearing protection worn at all times near running aircrafts, nitrile gloves worn when cleaning washrooms or using chemicals for cleaning, safety vests and ramp passes must be worn while on the ramp
• Complete assigned work schedules and adjust schedule to meet additional customer and/or cleaning needs
• Return equipment to proper location in proper working condition and properly emptied of solutions, cleaned and ready for the next use
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Required Education, Experience and Certifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent
• Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations
• 6-12 months general janitorial cleaning and customer service experience preferred
• Ability to perform and demonstrate proper cleaning and floor care techniques

Working Conditions

• Physical ability to perform all listed job duties including but not limited to bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling on a daily basis
• Safety equipment will be required; hearing protection, nitrile gloves, safety vests and ramp passes when on ramp
• Work performed both indoors and outdoors, employee must be able to adapt to all outdoor weather conditions

Perimeter Aviation’s hiring policy is to recruit and select the best applicant for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Perimeter Aviation LP does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

We thank all candidates for their interest in the position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis which may result in an earlier application deadline.