Operator (YHZ-FT) 25-001

Halifax - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Date:

December 07 2025

Posting Number:

YHZ 25-001

Position:

Operator

Reports To:

Lead Hand / Operations Supervisor

Location:

YHZ

Shift Days/Hours:

Permanent Full-Time

Tuesday-Friday (3:30-12:00)

Saturday (4:00-12:30) / (11:00-19:30)

Shift timings are subject to change as per operational requirements

Primary Objective of the Position:

The chosen candidate will be responsible for operating all equipment in a safe and proper manner and reporting any 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.

Application Deadline: December 09 2025 Email:

Send Application to: Human Resources

Date:December 07 2025Posting Number:YHZ 25-001Position:OperatorReports To:Lead Hand / Operations SupervisorLocation:YHZShift Days/Hours:Permanent Full-TimeTuesday-Friday (3:30-12:00)Saturday (4:00-12:30) / (11:00-19:30)Shift timings are subject to change as per operational requirementsPrimary Objec...