Ground Handler

Executive Aviation; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for all part- and full

Flight benefits with airlines

Competitive wage ranges

Job summary

Executive Aviation is hiring Ground Handlers for our Kamloops Below the Wing team at Kamloops Airport (YKA). This role reports to a Shift Lead who supports you and helps ensure smooth operations.

We offer comprehensive health benefits for all team members and flight benefits with the airlines we support. The wage range of $18.40-$21.45 per hour reflects our commitment to rewarding hard work and reliability.

Qualifications

• Shift work including early mornings, days, late evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, crouch, kneel and push/pull for extended periods.
• Physical ability to lift up to 70 lbs / 32 kg.
• Must work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Must wear safety gear: steel toe boots, reflective vest, and hearing protection.
• Must obtain Restricted Area pass issued by Transport Canada and a criminal background check; valid BC driver’s license with a clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Follow Transport Canada airline procedures.
• Drive and operate ground service equipment.
• Marshall/wing-walk aircraft to gate.
• Sort, load and offload guest baggage per load plan.
• Deliver baggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor.
• Service aircraft water and lavatories.
• Inspect ramp areas for debris and remove it.
• Groom aircraft and restock lavatories.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Reliability

Flexibility

Safety-conscious

Tools

Ground support equipment

Job description

Are you ready to take off and start a new and exciting career in the aviation industry? If so, we want to chat with you!

Do you love airplanes? Are you a strong team member and enjoy the satisfaction of completing tasks under tight deadlines? Would you say that going above and beyond is in your DNA? Do you love to travel and want to travel even more at discounted rates? Does the opportunity to provide ground service support tosome of Canada’s best airlines appeal to you?Are you someone who is known for reliability and flexibility?

If you've answered yes to any of these questions, then... Come join us! Executive Aviation is hiring Ground Handlers forour Kamloops Below the Wing team at the Kamloops Airport(YKA). This role reports directly to an amazing Shift Lead who is there to support you.

What do we offer?

• Executive Aviation is proud to have veryprogressive wage ranges with lots of earning potential. The range of salary for this position is $18.40-$21.45/hour.
• We offer comprehensive Health benefits for all part- and full-time team members.
• We also have fantastic flight benefits with the airlines that we support.
• We want to see you grow and reach your goals! The sky's the limit with Executive Aviation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure airline procedures are followed in line with the rules and regulations of Transport Canada
• Drive and operate ground service equipment
• Marshall/wing-walk aircraft to gate
• Sort, load and offload guest baggage in accordance with load plan
• Deliver guest baggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system
• Service aircraft water and lavatories
• Inspect ramp areas for debris and remove/dispose of when found
• Grooms aircraft – clean whole cabin, galleys, lavatories, restock lavatory with supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Personal flexibility to work shift work which includes early mornings, days, late evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, crouch, kneel and push and pull for extended periods of time
• A physical ability to consistently lift up to 70 lbs/32kgs
• Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather
• Must wear safety wear – steel toe boots (green patch), reflective vest, and hearing protection
• An ability to meet all conditions of employment:
  • Restricted Area pass issued by Transport Canada
  • A criminal background check
  • Hold a valid BC driver’s license with a clear drivers abstract