Airline Ramp Attendant

2 weeks ago

Brandon, Manitoba, Canada Maintair Aviation Full time

MAINTAIR AVIATION SERVICES has a 35+ year history of providing safe, best in class aviation ground handling services. With a current team of 200, working across 5 airports in Eastern Canada,  as we grow west into Manitoba, we are currently seeking candidates for PART TIME RAMP ATTENDANT / BAGGAGE HANDLER based in Brandon, Manitoba.

Shifts Available:

Monday to Sunday 11 am till 2 pm 

JOB SUMMARY:

Ramp Attendants work under the direction of the Station Leadership to ensure all aspects of aircraft handling are completed safely according to specific company policies & procedures. Safety, attention to detail, following company procedures, and team work are key components to being a successful ramp attendant.  The ideal candidate must possess verbal & written communication skills, be energetic, outgoing, understanding and accepting of change.  He/She must also be flexible and able to deal with the adapting nature of aviation. If you enjoy a great team, where each day presents new challenges and opportunities, this position is for you 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  •  Sort, load, unload baggage and cargo from flights.
  •  Service lavatories and potable water per company standards.
  •  Connect, disconnect ground power/bridge power from Aircraft.
  •  Marshall aircraft to and from gate, parking stands.
  •  Wing walk arrivals and departures.
  •  Operate belt loaders, baggage tractors and carts.
  •  Complete aircraft grooming.
  •  Complete aircraft towing and/or brake riding.
  •  Complete daily inspection of operating equipment.
  •  Complete equipment deficiency reports as required.
  •  Snow removal, equipment cleaning, housekeeping as required.
  •  Attend all required training sessions and successfully complete training courses.
  •  Actively participate in company safety programs.
  •  Work as a team member in a safe, efficient, professional manner.
  •  Adhere to published uniform standards and requirements.
  •  Follow all safety guidelines and safe workplace procedures.
  •  Take direction from ramp shift leads/supervisors and Station Manager or Coordinator.
  •  Complete customer baggage and/or cargo deliveries as required.
  •  Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

  •  Must be able to apply and secure an Airport Security Pass
  •  Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • Must have valid driver's license with clean abstract & obtain a clean criminal records check prior to offer. 
  • Previous airline and/or freight handling experience would be an asset. 
  • Must be willing to adapt to the changing nature of aviation.
  •  Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  •  Must have excellent team player competencies.
  •  Ability to speak, write and understand the English language.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  •  $125.00 per year Protective Footwear Allowance.
  •  PPE required is provided to employee.
  •  Returnable deposit on all Uniform Pieces.
  •  Paid Training.
  •  Access to staff flight travel benefits.