Operator (Full-Time / Part-Time)

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.