Ramp Agent

Air Transat; Montreal; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated ramp agents to join its dynamic team. In this entry-level position, you will be responsible for the essential tasks of processing luggage, ensuring smooth operations at the airport. You will prepare, load, and unload luggage while also marshaling aircraft safely to and from their designated areas. The role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant environment and enjoy exclusive travel privileges. If you are flexible, enjoy teamwork, and can thrive under various climatic conditions, this is the perfect chance to embark on an exciting career in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 2 years experience in an airport environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, load, and unload luggage from the aircraft.
• Marshal aircraft to and from parking areas for departures and arrivals.
• Operate various airside equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (French and English)

Ability to lift heavy objects

Ability to work in various climatic conditions

Education

High school diploma (DES)

Tools

Airside equipment

Job description

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Our mission is to be the preferred airline of our customers and our team.

Open-mindedness, concern for others, intelligence at work and, above all, a healthy dose of fun enable us to achieve great things every day. Our dedication has earned us the title of the world's best leisure airline multiple times, and we’re just getting started.

Want to join us? You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You'll also have the opportunity to work in a modern, inspiring environment.

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Job Description

The incumbents will be responsible for the processing of luggage, both at the departures and arrivals levels.

• The ramp agent prepares, loads and unloads luggage from the aircraft.
• The ramp agent marshals aircraft from and to their parking area for departures and arrivals.
• They operate and position various airside equipment and vehicles in order to provide the necessary services to arriving and departing aircraft.
• Conform to the legal rules pertinent to the airport industry, Health and Safety at work as well as all the other company’s policies and work procedures.
• Be able to react properly in case of emergency and apply the measures to be taken.
• All other tasks necessary for the good operation of the Ramp Service Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (DES) or equivalent experience;
• Minimum 2 years experience in an airport environment;
• Class 5 driver's license;
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a RAIC yellow card before the first day of training and a red card before 6 months;
• Must obtain a DA ramp permit within the first 3 months of employment;
• Complete and pass the initial training for the position of ramp agent;
• Pass a medical exam required by Air Transat, as well as applicable security checks, including criminal record;
• Available and flexible to work a variety of schedules (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays);
• Able to lift heavy objects;
• Able to bend frequently, push/pull, stack and kneel in small confined spaces;
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous materials identification labels, aircraft loading manifests and baggage and cargo routing labels;
• Ability to work in different climatic conditions;
• Enjoy working as part of a team;
• Oral and written fluency in French and English; a good command of French is required.

*A good command of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with other languages.

Additional Information

Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Airlines and Aviation