Airline Ramp Attendant / Baggage Handler

Maintair Aviation Services Ltd; Timmins; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aviation is seeking a Ramp Attendant/Baggage Handler to join their dynamic team in Timmins. This role involves ensuring safe and efficient aircraft handling, with responsibilities including loading and unloading baggage, operating ground equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will be energetic, adaptable, and possess strong communication skills. Enjoy a rewarding career where each day brings new challenges and opportunities, along with benefits like paid training and access to staff flight travel. If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in aviation, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Protective Footwear Allowance

Paid Training

Access to Staff Flight Travel Benefits

Cost Share on Uniform Pieces

Provided PPE

Qualifications

• Must secure an Airport Restricted Area Pass (RAIC).
• Legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Sort, load, and unload baggage and cargo from flights.
• Operate belt loaders and baggage tractors.
• Perform aircraft deicing and snow removal as required.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Belt Loaders

Baggage Tractors

Carts

Job description

MAINTAIR AVIATION SERVICES has a long history of providing safe, customer focused aviation services, and as we continue to grow we are currently seeking candidates for RAMP ATTENDANT / BAGGAGE HANDLERin Timmins ON!

JOB SUMMARY:

Ramp Attendants work under the direction of the Station Leadership to ensure all aspects of aircraft handling are completed safely according to specific company policies & procedures. Safety, attention to detail, following company procedures, and team work are key components to being a successful ramp attendant. The ideal candidate must possess verbal & written communication skills, be energetic, outgoing, understanding and accepting of change. They must also be flexible and able to deal with the adapting nature of aviation. If you enjoy a great team, where each day presents new challenges and opportunities, this position is for you!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sort, load, unload baggage and cargo from flights.

Service lavatories and potable water per company standards.

Connect, disconnect ground power/bridge power from Aircraft.

Marshall aircraft to and from gate, parking stands.

Wing walk arrivals and departures.

Operate belt loaders, baggage tractors and carts.

Complete aircraft grooming.

Complete aircraft towing and/or brake riding.

Complete daily inspection of operating equipment.

Complete equipment deficiency reports as required.

Snow removal, equipment cleaning, housekeeping as required.

Perform aircraft deicing as required.

Perform deice trucking filling and bulk glycol deliveries as required.

Attend all required training sessions and successfully complete training courses.

Actively participate in company safety programs.

Work as a team member in a safe, efficient, professional manner.

Adhere to published uniform standards and requirements.

Follow all safety guidelines and safe workplace procedures.

Take direction from ramp shift leads/supervisors and BTW Manager.

Complete customer baggage and/or cargo deliveries as required.

Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to apply and secure an Airport Restricted Area Pass (RAIC).

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Must have valid driver’s license with clean abstract.

Ability to speak, write and understand the English language.

Previous airline and/or freight handling experience would be an asset.

Must have excellent team player competencies.

Must be willing to adapt to the changing nature of aviation.

Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

$125.00 per year Protective Footwear Allowance.

PPE required is provided to employee.

Cost Share on all Uniform Pieces.

Paid Training.

Access to staff flight travel benefits.

Access to Group Savings Plan (if eligible).