Ramp Agent - Full Time

Under the supervision of the Ramp Supervisor, the incumbent acts as a ramp agent. He / she performs the work of the ramp agent and provides a safe, professional, courteous and polite experience for passengers and crew members.

Description of the main duties:

• Greet passengers and crew members in a professional, courteous and respectful manner;
• Respect at all times the application of safety rules on the ramp and in the hangar;
• Prepare aircraft for flight and customer acceptance;
• Guide aircraft during arrivals and departures, using hand signals;
• Tow aircraft;
• Load / unload;
• Other related tasks.

Conditions:

• Available Monday to Sunday
• 11-hour shift
• Day shift or Night shift

Requirements:

• Must have a Canadian work permit at a minimum;
• Valid driver's license (class 5);
• Class 3 driver’s license (an asset);
• Hold an Airside "D" Driver's Licence (AVOP), or be prepared to obtain one within the first 3 months of employment;
• Eligible to obtain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC);
• Bilingual (French and English spoken);
• Experience in aviation (an asset);
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to work in different climatic conditions (hot and cold);
• Ability to lift heavy objects (50 lbs).

Profile:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work alone or as part of a team;
• Demonstrate leadership and initiative;
• Safe behaviour and priority management.

Benefits:

• Uniform provided;
• RRSP;
• 3 weeks of vacation after the first year in service;
• 5 personal days off;
• Full range of benefits including group insurance:
• Assistance program for employees and their families;
• Postal Pharmacy;
• Short and long term disability, dental, and drug life insurance.