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Attendant, Ramp

Canadian North


Job Location:

Iqaluit - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North we dont just fly planes we connect people deliver essential goods and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether youre on the ground or in the air working with us means being part of something bigger.

Youll help strengthen communities honor Indigenous cultures and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada.

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

Were committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health security and future.

  • Biweekly vacation pay
  • Paid personal time off
  • Extended health dental and life insurance
  • Short- & long-term disability coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Travel privileges with Canadian North and 100 partner airlines
  • Cargo shipping privileges
  • Country Foods Shipment Discount
  • Noojimo Indigenous Mental Health Platform
  • Greenshield Employee Assistance Plan

  • Discounts for phone plans fitness memberships auto insurance hotel stays and much more!

About this position

    As a Ramp Attendant you will play a key role in supporting safe and efficient ground operations. Under the direction of the Ramp Coordinator you will be responsible for performing a variety of ground handling tasks including loading and unloading aircraft operating company equipment and delivering essential ground services to aircraft.

    Schedule: 3 weeks on 3 weeks off 12-hour days 7 days a week. Your three weeks on will be based in Iqaluit NU. Rotational travel assistance and accommodations are provided for those outside of Iqaluit.

    Level: As per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement.

    Pay Rate: Starting at $21.50 CAD per hour as per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement with the opportunity to earn overtime. Candidates located in Iqaluit will also receive a Northern Living Allowance of $18500.00 CAD per year.

    What Youll Do

    • Follow the companies Standard Operating Procedures without deviation;
    • Promote a safe working culture;
    • Load/unload aircraft;
    • Provide services to aircraft on the ground as required;
    • Assist Customer Service Agents and/or Cargo Attendants if so required ;
    • Assist passengers with mobility and special needs;
    • Perform commissary duties as part of the specialized work function;
    • Responsibly maintain clean and orderly work areas;
    • Responsibly use and maintain Company equipment;
    • Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing;
    • Completion of daily vehicle/equipment checklist;
    • Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing;
    • Other duties as assigned.
    What Youll Bring
    • High school diploma or equivalent related work experience (e.g. warehouse forklift operations customer service industry etc.)
    • 1 year of warehouse and/or customer service experience
    • Demonstrated strong communication organizational problem-solving and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in a high-pressure high-volume environment
    • Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs on a continuous basis
    • Must hold a valid drivers license
    • Must be willing to work various shifts including evenings holidays and weekends
    • Must be able to obtain and retain a D/A level Airport Pass
    • Required to pass and maintain qualifications on all ramp equipment
    • Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Knowledge of cargo handling and processing procedures
    • Knowledge and experience with aircraft loading and load control
    • Forklift driving experience
    • Ability to communicate in Inuktitut

    Accommodation During the Recruitment Process

    Canadian North is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the recruitment and onboarding process. If you require accommodation please email and we will work with you to meet your needs.

    Closing date: August 9 2026


    Required Experience:

    IC