Operator (Peak Contract)

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.
• Mandatory Operator training completed.
• Maintain valid AVOP
• Hold a valid driver’s license and
• 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 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.