Accelerate your career with the most awarded Air Cargo Airline in Canada!
Cargojet is Canada's leading provider of time-sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries over 1,300,000 pounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across North America each business night, utilizing a fleet of all-cargo aircraft Cargojet has been awarded one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded the Shipper’s Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of years. Being part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated, hardworking, and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment.
Primary Objective Of The Position
Safe and timely processing of Cargo and aircraft loading/offloading within prescribed parameters.
Essential Position Functions
Loading/offloading of aircrafts and trucks.
Operating ground support equipment.
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 the position (WHMIS, SMS, Dangerous Goods, Hazard Prevention, etc.…).
Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
Working in and around aircraft daily.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Graduate or equivalent experience.
Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence or equivalent.
Ability to obtain a RAIC pass (Transport Canada Security Clearance).
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.
Be willing to be subject to a background check; clearance is required.
Be willing to work outside.
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.

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