Ramp Agent

American Airlines; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major airline company in Toronto is seeking a Ramp Service Agent to handle cargo and luggage operations at the airport. The successful candidate will perform safety checks, maintain aircraft interiors, and assist with loading and unloading goods. A minimum of a high school diploma is required, along with basic computer skills and the ability to lift heavy objects. The role offers travel perks, health benefits, and a diverse workplace culture.

Benefits

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must operate vehicles in congested areas with aircraft.
• Ability to lift up to 32 kilograms.
• Pass criminal background check for airport access.

Responsibilities

• Handle cargo and luggage during loading/unloading.
• Complete necessary documentation for operational requirements.
• Perform safety checks and maintenance on aircraft.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

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• The role is a part of the (INSERT TEAM NAME) team within our (INSERT DEPARTMENT NAME) group. You’ll bring your (INSERT TOP THREE SKILLS)

What you\'ll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

• Ramp Service Agents perform the handling of items on and off aircraft, carts, containers, and trucks; transporting items between terminals and aircraft; receiving, delivering, weighing and documenting of cargo in a cargo specific facility (warehouse) or a loading dock area. Pick-up and delivery as indicated: mail at mail facility, baggage in bag room; cargo at the cargo facility or staging areas.
• Reads and legibly completes documents and forms necessary to the operational requirements of the airline.
• Duties include: the ability to perform data entry; the cleaning and servicing of aircraft interiors and cabin cockpit and lavatories; checking, handling, assembling, removing and installing passenger service cabin furnishings and supplies according to check list specifications; transporting furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft interiors; external servicing of the aircraft including lavatory, potable water, external electricity, air start, and pre-conditioned air; includes checking all fluid levels.
• May be required to drive a bus and work at heights while de-icing of aircraft; includes filling deicer with measured amounts of appropriate chemicals and water as needed; arrival and departure activities of aircraft including cleaning aircraft windshield; pushing, towing and related guide person functions; and may be required to operate a forklift.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

All you\'ll need for success

• Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
• High School diploma or GED.
• Applicable valid drivers license as required by local authorities.
• Work overtime on short notice in emergencies or when operationally necessary.
• Ability to distinguish colors, red, green and yellow.
• Use simple arithmetic (Addition and subtraction of six digit numbers).
• Must have knowledge of and ability to use basic computer skills.
• Must fulfill government required criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA).
• Must secure appropriate airport authority and/or Transport Canada security clearance.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.
• Manually handle items of a variety of shapes and sizes.
• Ability to lift thirty-two (32) kilograms and occasionally heavier weights
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Operate vehicles in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment.
• Position equipment up to aircraft using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area.
• Possess cognitive skills to process paperwork, perform simple mathematical functions, identify mishandlings or discrepancies and assemble materials as necessary.
• May be required to handle small quantities of approved dangerous

What you\'ll get

• Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health benefits to help you stay well.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.