Airline Ramp Attendant / Baggage Handler

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 6 airports in Eastern Canada, as we grow in Manitoba, we are currently seeking candidates for PART TIME RAMP ATTENDANT / BAGGAGE HANDLER based in Brandon, Manitoba.

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.
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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.