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Vancouver Airport is hiring for jobs that pay over $90,000 and there's a ton of openings

Some don't require a degree!💸

The outside of an airport.

Vancouver International Airport.

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If you're on the hunt for a high-paying job in Vancouver, you might not have to look any further than the airport. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is hiring for a variety of roles right now, and some of them come with impressive six-figure salaries.

Whether you're looking for a career in engineering, operations or communications, there are plenty of opportunities to land a well-paying gig at one of Canada's busiest airports.

Some positions pay over $100,000 a year, making YVR a great place to level up your career while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment. From airfield operations specialists to engineering managers, there's something for a range of skill sets and experience levels.

Here's a few of the roles that YVR is hiring for right now, but you can see the full list of 25 job openings on the website.

Airport Operations Specialist

Salary: $66,581 to $87,022 per annum

Who should apply: If you excel in high-pressure environments and have strong communication skills, this Airport Operations Dispatcher role at YVR could be a perfect fit. You'll be ensuring safe and efficient operations and helping handle aircraft emergencies and incidents.

You'll need at least two years of related experience and a high school diploma or GED equivalent or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Apply here

Baggage Systems Technician

Salary: $78,537 to $102,646

Who should apply: If you're a skilled mechanic with a passion for troubleshooting and keeping critical systems running smoothly, this Baggage Systems Technician role at YVR could be a great fit. You'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing the airport's baggage system to ensure efficient operations.

The job posting says that you'll need at least "two years’ experience in environments involving mechanical and electrical equipment, supplemented by the completion of four years of technical college and an accreditation with a Red Seal Endorsement or a BC Trade Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic/Millwright."

Apply here

Communications Specialist

Salary: $69,541 to $90,886 per annum

Who should apply: If you're a strategic storyteller with a talent for crafting compelling content, this Communications Specialist role at YVR could be a perfect fit. You'll develop and execute communication plans, write statements, and support media relations to enhance YVR's brand and reputation.

You'll need four years' experience in public relations or corporate communications, and "a two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in public relations marketing, journalism or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience," the job posting says.

Apply here

Social Impact Specialist

Salary: $69,541 to $90,886 per annum

Who should apply: If you're passionate about community engagement and corporate social responsibility, this Social Impact Specialist role at YVR could be a great fit. You'll foster relationships with the community, play a key role in the YVR social programs, and plan social impact events.

You’ll need at least three years of experience in a related role, and a two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility, Communications, Marketing, Event Management or a related field. You can also have an equivalent combination of training and experience to qualify.

Apply here

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