Airport Ramp Agent - Seasonal - Fly In Fly Out

Canadian Base Operators Inc; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Base Operators Inc is hiring ramp agents at Firebag Airport, north of Fort McMurray. The role focuses on ground support and ramp operations, including de-icing, marshalling, and baggage handling, with duties extending to passenger check-in and coordination with flight operations.

Candidates should have 1–3 years of ramp experience in aviation, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or GED equivalent.
• 1–3 years of ramp experience in aviation.
• AVOP certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Marshalling aircraft in and out of the aerodrome.
• Operate Ground Service Equipment (GSE).
• Aircraft de-icing and anti-icing.
• Baggage loading and unloading.
• Greet and check-in passengers for their flights; verify documents.
• Manage gate operations and flight closure.
• Organize the safe loading/unloading of passengers to/from buses.
• Maintain safety, environmental and health standards.

Skills

Communicates Effectively

Continuous Learning

Teamwork and Collaboration

Values and Respects Others

Education

Grade 12 or GED Equivalent

AVOP (asset)

Job description

6 Month Seasonal Term with potential to extend

Canadian Base Operators’ & Acden’s Firebag Airport team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Ramp Agent Positions are located at the Firebag Airport North of Fort McMurray and the position typically reports directly to the Ramp Agent Team Lead. Their primary focus is to perform the duties associated with Ground Support/Ramp Airport Operations such as but not limited to: aircraft de-icing, aircraft marshalling, ground start equipment operation and baggage handling assigned by the Team Lead in a safe and efficient manner. The successful candidate will be required to perform other skilled and unskilled tasks related to the job to assure continuous operation by our client. Other duties as assigned including Cross Training duties with passenger check in staff.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Marshalling aircraft in and out of the aerodrome
• Ability to operate Ground Service Equipment (GSE).
• Aircraft deicing and anti-icing
• Baggage loading and unloading
• Greet and check-in passengers for their flights, verifying documents and identification.
• Manage gate operations and flight closure.
  
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to teamwork with fellow employees, pilots, flight attendants and other contractors.
• Organize the safe loading and unloading of passengers to and from buses.
• Manage all aspects of its business with regards to prevention of pollution and minimize or eliminate adverse environmental and health impacts. This will be achieved by taking into consideration and complying with; federal, provincial and municipal regulations and guidelines, (whichever is the more stringent) in conjunction with customer, employee and public requirements and concerns.
• Keep workspaces and general areas clean, orderly and hazard free; wear personal protective equipment
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Computer Knowledge required for Passenger Check – In and Online Training
• Secondary duties, as required, may include but not limited to: conducting environmental, safety and quality checks, general housekeeping in support of a healthy and safe workplace environment and taking proactive and corrective measures in these areas.
• Must be willing and able to travel.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Continuous Learning
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 or GED Equivalent

The following certifications/designations are considered an asset

• Common Safety Orientation – Energy Safety Canada
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness -
• Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness
• WestJet Training
• 1+ years of experience with Ramp/Aviation Operations
• AVOP

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1-3 years of Ramp experience in the aviation industry

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient/ knowledge and understanding of:

• Established Aviation practices, procedures and techniques
• Applicable local, and federal labour codes
• Organization and time management
• Willing and able to travel – flights are provided to the work site from Calgary and or from Edmonton
• Hold a valid driver’s license,
• AVOP
• Previous experience with aircraft de-icing and aircraft ground handling

Pre-employment & Random Drug and Alcohol Screening

• Annual Drivers Abstract
• Criminal Record Check

Canadian Base Operators with Acden welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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