Ramp Agent (Station Attendant) – Airport - Full-time - Proactive Recruitment

Location: Toronto, Canada (On-site)

Starting Salary: $23.36/hour - Up to $38.15 after 8 years of continuous service, as set out in the applicable collective agreement.

Branch: Airports – North America

Category: Unionized personnel (IAMAW)

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift Premiums: Evening shift – $1.00 per hour worked between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Night shift – $1.50 per hour worked between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Being part of Air Canada means being part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, working as a team and making an important contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the cutting edge of passenger aviation.

No experience required.

What will you do today?

As part of a dynamic team, you will collaborate with other team members to ensure that aircraft loading and unloading are carried out efficiently, ensuring the safety and punctuality of flights. You may have to perform duties associated notably with baggage and connecting passenger baggage or work on the tarmac to perform the numerous tasks necessary for operational success.

What awaits you with us?

• Well-being: Every aspect of your well-being and that of your family matters to us. Our benefits go far beyond standard medical, dental and retirement plans. We want to support you in all spheres of your lifestyle – whether it is your finances, with our annual profit-sharing bonus, or your mental health.
• Flexibility: Choose the type of collaboration you would like to have with us. Working on a variable schedule will become more accessible as you pursue your career at Air Canada. In addition, you will have the opportunity to exchange shifts with your colleagues.
• Travel: Do you want to explore the world? Do you want to visit family or friends abroad? Our travel perks offer you, your family and your friends special rates to make your travel dreams come true.
• Diversity: Our ground crew team is made up of a real diversity of employees. Here, you will do something new with a different person at each shift.
• Training: You do not need experience in the airline, airports or air transport industry. Everyone starts with a fully paid full-time training program lasting nine (9) to ten (10) weeks. In addition, if you want to give a new direction to your career in the aviation world, we will help you with the necessary training, professional development and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

In our work environment, teamwork is essential to ensure the smooth running of our fleet's operations. This is physically demanding work that involves staying in motion airside and in the baggage room. Since our operations take place year-round, you must be prepared to work in all weather conditions.

To join us, you must:

• Hold a valid driver's license – you will need to drive heavy equipment airside;
• Be able to repeatedly lift loads of 32 kg (70 lbs);
• Pass a medical evaluation, including a drug and alcohol screening test;
• Be available to attend and successfully complete a paid nine (9) to ten (10) week full-time training program;
• Be available to work rotating shifts over a 24-hour period (including weekends and holidays);
• Pay attention to safety and security;
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, every day.
• Show punctuality and reliability to support the team's overall success in a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transport security clearance, as well as additional authorizations (please consult Transport Canada's website for more details)
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country concerned at the time the job offer is made. The search for any necessary work permits/visas or other authorizations is the sole responsibility of candidates for this position.

Take a look at this video to see what our agents do – Ramp Area: https://vimeo.com/1084011969/25d443e270

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is resolutely committed to diversity and inclusion, and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding workplace that values the unique contribution of our employees to our Company's success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we accept applications from all individuals in order to build a diverse workforce representative of the diversity of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest, but will only communicate with those selected for the next steps.