Primary Objective of the Position:
The chosen candidate will be responsible for operating the main deck/lower deck loader in a safe and proper manner and reporting any equipment damage or potential problems.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- To operate any/all ground servicing equipment.
- Report any abnormalities in equipment or equipment performance.
- Stay fluent and on any new equipment or procedures.
- Obey and operate according to all airport procedures.
- To operate any/all equipment for the duration of operation.
- Responsible for any/all equipment. (Condition fuel performance).
- Stay up to date on any equipment upgrades changes performance and policies.
- Repeated and continuous lifting of packages up to 60lbs.
- Sort packages based on customer airport of destination and other parameters.
- Communicate piece counts and package information to Lead Hands and Supervisors.
- Handle customer packages and freight with due care and attention.
- Ensure all safety and security protocols are adhered to.
- Perform general housekeeping duties as required.
- Perform tasks associated with Dangerous Goods Handling/Acceptance.
- Meet time sensitive deadlines for freight build-up/breakdown as part of a team dynamic.
- Learn and apply specific training modules required for position (WHMIS SMS Dangerous Goods Hazard Prevention etc).
- Perform other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or equivalent experience.
- Ability to obtain a RAIC pass (Transport Canada Security Clearance).
- Maintain valid AVOP.
- Hold a valid drivers license and have own reliable transportation for shifts off-hour of public transportation.
- Excellent driving skills.
- Ability to drive-in all-weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 60lbs repeatedly.
- Ability to work within a team first environment and complete common goals within time sensitive deadlines.
- Excellent punctuality and attendance habits.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to fast changing customer requirements.
- Willingness to take direction with a keen interest in further development within the local operation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexible to work shift work weekends and stat holidays.
- Good organizational skills.
- Basic reading and writing skills.
Important to Know:
- Cargojet is an equal opportunity employer. We thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation we will work with you to meet your needs.
- At Cargojet we make safety the highest priority. Because of this priority and as we operate in a safety-sensitive environment we require all employees to abstain from consuming Cannabis in and outside of the workplace. This is a critical element of our drug and alcohol policy that all employees must comply with at all times.