Operator (Peak Contract)

Job summary

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of ground servicing equipment and the efficient sorting and handling of customer packages. They must also ensure compliance with all safety protocols, airport procedures, and dangerous goods handling requirements.

Job details

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.

What you’ll do

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of ground servicing equipment and the efficient sorting and handling of customer packages. They must also ensure compliance with all safety protocols, airport procedures, and dangerous goods handling requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and mandatory operator training. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 60lbs repeatedly and the flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Housekeeping · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Ground servicing equipment operation
• Package sorting
• Dangerous goods handling
• Safety protocols
• WHMIS
• SMS
• Hazard prevention
• Driving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Housekeeping
• Record keeping
• Adaptability
• Organizational skills
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Basic Reading
• Equipment Upgrade Implementation
• Valid Driver's License
• Shift Work
• Quick Learning
• Cannabis
• Basic Writing
• Punctuality
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Contractor
• Unclassified Specialized Occupation