Prince Rupert Airport Authority
Janitor
Date of Posting:
May 11, 2026
Reports To:
Airport Manager
Closing Date:
May 29, 2026
Job Type:
Permanent Full-time
Employment Type:
Union
Hourly Wage:
$31.14/hr
Expected Start:
July 6, 2026
The Prince Rupert Airport Authority respectfully acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional and unceded territories of the Ts’msyen and Sm’algyax-speaking peoples. We offer gratitude to the people who have lived on these lands since time immemorial
Why work for the YPR Airport?
The Prince Rupert Airport’s vision is to be the safest, most reliable, and customer-oriented international airport in Northwestern British Columbia. We are committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients while fostering an environment of exemplary safety performance for all airport users. We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and local knowledge are not only welcomed, but truly valued. We encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to public service and who want to help build a community where everyone feels they belong.
“We are seeking motivated individuals with a positive, can-do attitude who are eager to contribute to the continued success of the Prince Rupert Airport.”
Who you are
You are a detail-oriented and dependable professional who takes pride in providing a clean and safe environment. You enjoy working with people and demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills complemented by a strong sense of professionalism and a keen eye for detail. You are comfortable managing deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and balancing multiple responsibilities in a busy airport setting. You bring hands-on experience cleaning in a business environment during operational hours. You confidently apply this knowledge to ensure a safe and clean environment for all persons using the facility.
What you’ll do
- Cleaning wood, tile, and linoleum flooring
- Vacuuming and shampooing carpeting and rugs
- Emptying all facility trash bins and disposing of trash
- Disinfecting surfaces, including offices, leased spaces, break rooms, and sanitizing restrooms
- Keeping an inventory of cleaning supplies, toiletries, and ordering them as needed
- Stocking vending machines ensuring freshness and ordering new stock as required
- Watering plants, washing windows, and laundering mop heads
- Unlocking and locking entrance doors and other security measures as required
- Keeping entrances and walkways clear of garbage, debris, and snow
- Reporting any facility deficiencies to management or maintenance staff to facilitate timely repairs
- Ensuring WHMIS guidelines are followed at all times
- Making sure the airport buildings are clean and meet all safety requirements
- Drive shuttle of passengers to and from ferry dock on the airport island
- Other duties and tasks as required or occasionally assigned by airport manager
What you’ll bring
- Ability to work independently
- Understanding of health and safety regulations
- Ability to keep an organized record of cleaning supply and vending machine inventory
- Have your own reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and ability to obtain a class 4 BC driver’s license
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Flexibility to work with team members or individually
- The ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day
- Able to effectively complete repetitive motion tasks including pushing, pulling, reaching, bending and lifting up to 25kgs
- Ability to obtain airport security clearance
- Grade 12 Education
- Current Standard First Aid and WHIMIS certificates considered an asset
- Demonstrated organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced and compliance-driven environment.
- A combination of relevant education, training, and demonstrated experience may be considered.
To apply please forward your resume and cover letter (PDF format) to:
Email: manager@ypr.ca
Attention: AIRPORT MANAGER
Subject Line: Janitor – Permanent Full-time
If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Wendy McArthur, Airport Manager, via email at manager@ypr.ca
Thank you for considering this role with us!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
