Ramp Agent - Aéroport intl. Jean-Lesage ($21.50/h) YQB

Swissport International AG; Quebec; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Swissport International AG is seeking Ramp Agents in Quebec to provide vital under-wing ground support services, including luggage handling, marshaling, and operating ground support equipment. If you have strong communication skills and a commitment to safety, join us to help connect the world of aviation.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid training

Group benefits (Insurance, RRSPs, etc.)

Free parking

Uniform

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Eligible to work in Canada with a valid work permit.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo.
• Drive and operate ground support equipment.
• Inspect ramp areas for debris and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Health & Safety Awareness

Flexibility

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

Job Summary

Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshaling, water, and lavatory servicing.

Your activities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
• Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to a designated location
• Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
• Deliver passenger luggage to the claim area and unload it onto the conveyor system
• Deliver air cargo to the appropriate recipient
• Drive and/or operate ground support equipment including tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies and passenger vans.
• Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs, and child strollers onto aircraft
• Service aircraft water and lavatories
• Inspect ramp areas adjacent to the gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of it when found.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
• Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Your profile

• Previous ramp experience is a plus
• Eligible to work in Canada with a valid and open work permit.
• Valid driver's license
• Good communication skills
• French Language skills (spoken, written), English is an asset.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather
• Flexible to work on various shifts (Morning, days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Excellent Health & Safety Awareness
• Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Group benefits (Insurance, RRSPs, etc.)
• Free parking
• Uniform

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.comto learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!