Overview
Cargo Handler Jobs in Arviat at Calm Air
Position Title: Cargo Handler
Location: Arviat, NU
Status: Full Time
Start Date: Immediately
Who We Are!
Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut.
At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team! Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.
About the Opportunity
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals? Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.
The sky is the limit!
What You’ll Get to Do
Air Transport Cargo Handlers operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment, handle cargo and baggage and perform other ground support duties at our facilities. They are responsible for ensuring cargo reaches its destination safely and on time.
Drive and operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment
Position passenger loading stairs and operate aircraft cargo doors
Marshal or tow aircrafts to gate positions for passenger boarding and deplaning and for loading and unloading of cargo
Load, unload and sort passenger baggage and/or freight from aircrafts and trucks according to security regulations
Transport freight between aircraft and airport warehouse
Receive, count, tag and weigh all incoming freight
Use the Amelia Cargo System to arrive, depart, allocate, manifest and create consignments
Daily inventory of consignments within the warehouse
Notify customers of inbound freight for pickup within the warehouse
Organize the warehouse to ensure all freight is stored in the appropriate areas
Provide a daily on-hand report of all cargo shipments in the warehouse
Answer customer inquiries via email/phone/in person, regarding any cargo questions/concerns
Prepare freight for transport while adhering to all Calm Air’s policies and procedures
Provide exceptional customer service and answer all emails in a timely manner
Complete regular training via Calm Air’s online training platform and ensure it is kept up to date
Use the Calm air scanning software for cargo and baggage-related functions
Check Coolers and Freezers daily to ensure they are operational
Aircraft De-Icing
All other duties as assigned
Hours of Work
Shift work is required and may include mornings/afternoons, evenings and weekends
Skills & Experience We Value
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is an asset
Ability to read and write, basic math skills
Ability to effectively communicate orally and written
Criminal Reference Check
Excellent listening skills with the ability to follow direction
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Valid driver’s license Class 5F
Previous experience & knowledge in warehousing, receiving and inventory control are considered an asset
Ability to obtain and maintain AVOP pass as per Transport Canada rules
Preference given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries
Inuktitut language is considered an asset
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Along with being one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we are proud to provide a cooperative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package, Calm Air provides exceptional benefits which include:
Registered Pension Plan starting at 5% matched after one year of employment
Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan available upon hire with the exception of dental coverage which has a three month wait period
Northern Living Allowance
Entitled to three weeks vacation after one year
Airline travel and freight privileges
Corporate and family events
And more!
If This Sounds Like the Job for You, Contact Us!
At Calm Air, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities and accessibility for all qualified candidates. We encourage all members of a designated group or those requiring accessibility support to self-declare when applying. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the application process by emailing [email protected].
Please submit a resume in confidence by June 28, 2024.
We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Title: Cargo Handler
Company: Calm Air
Location: Arviat
