Warehouseman - Cargo

Cargo Position at Air Canada

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork, and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

It's important to know that:

• Reliable attendance is crucial: With varying schedules, being present and on time keeps the operation running smoothly.
• Learning never stops: We value curiosity and growth. You'll be expected to adapt, take initiative, and embrace new challenges as they come.
• Teamwork matters: You'll be part of a close-knit group, and being able to collaborate and communicate respectfully with others is vital.

Key duties:

• Handle cargo operations including building/breaking down pallets and ULDs, loading/unloading trucks, and storing cargo/COMAT in designated areas with proper documentation.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts and company vehicles to move cargo/mail/COMAT safely and efficiently.
• Process shipments, including hazardous/restricted materials in compliance with company and government regulations.
• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from the public, outside airlines, agencies, and internal staff.
• Support operational continuity by making decisions in the absence of leadership, communicating procedural updates, ensuring supply availability, and compiling statistical data.
• Investigate and report on damaged or incomplete shipments and complete necessary documentation as required.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate Company vehicles and machinery.
• Ability to lift seventy (70) lbs unaided.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use tact, good judgement and initiative.
• Capable of expressing self in a clear and pleasant manner.
• Ability to work under pressure with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to efficiently use the Company's automated cargo tracking and accounting system post-training.
• Adhere to Air Canada's uniform guide and grooming standards.
• Ability to meet Air Canada medical standards through a medical examination.
• Employment is subject to meeting US Custom & Border Protection (USCBP) requirements for obtaining both a Customs Seal and an Airport ID Badge.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates must be available for shift work in a 24/7 operational environment, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.

Benefits:

• Financial benefits: Pension program, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Profit Sharing.
• Wellbeing & health benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance for you and your family (if necessary).
• Recognition: Air Canada's recognition program (Shine) allows you to recognize and be recognized for those outstanding moments.
• Travel privileges: A generous employee travel program for you and other eligible once you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service. This includes, but is not limited to standby travel, hotel & car rental discounts, Air Canada Vacation discounts, and more.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

Linguistic Requirements:

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our company's success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.