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

A global aviation services leader in Canada is seeking a Ramp Agent to provide necessary ground support services. Responsibilities include marshaling aircraft, unloading luggage and cargo, and operating ground support equipment. The ideal candidate should speak French, have a valid work permit, and be able to lift objects up to 70 pounds. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid training

Group benefits

Free parking

Uniform

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in Canada with a valid and open work permit.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Flexible to work on various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo.
• Drive and operate ground support equipment.
• Service aircraft water and lavatories.

Skills

Good communication skills

French Language skills

Ability to lift heavy objects

Tools

Ground support equipment

Job description

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,
• Free parking
• Uniform