Ground Handler
The Ground Handler is responsible for operating ground service equipment, marshalling aircraft, and managing baggage loading and unloading. Additionally, they perform aircraft grooming duties and ensure all activities comply with Transport Canada regulations.
- On-site
- Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Posted Jul 31, 2026
- Apply by Oct 29, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Do you love airplanes? Are you a strong team member and enjoy the satisfaction of completing tasks under tight deadlines? Would you say that going above and beyond is in your DNA? Do you love to travel and want to travel even more at discounted rates? Does the opportunity to provide ground service support to some of Canada’s best airlines appeal to you? Are you someone who is known for reliability and flexibility? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, then... Come join us! Executive Aviation is hiring part-time Ground Handlers for our Sault Ste Marie ON Below the Wing team. This role reports directly to an amazing Shift Lead who is there to support you. What do we offer? Executive Aviation is proud to have very progressive wage ranges with lots of earning potential. The salary for this position starts at $18.25/hour. We offer comprehensive Health benefits for all part- and full-time team members. We also have fantastic flight benefits with the airlines that we support. We want to see you grow and reach your goals! The sky's the limit with Executive Aviation. Responsibilities Ensure airline procedures are followed in line with the rules and regulations of Transport Canada Drive and operate ground service equipment Marshall/wing-walk aircraft to gate Sort, load and offload guest baggage in accordance with load plan Deliver guest baggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system Service aircraft water and lavatories Inspect ramp areas for debris and remove/dispose of when found Grooms aircraft – clean whole cabin, galleys, lavatories, restock lavatory with supplies Other duties as assigned Qualifications Personal flexibility to work shift work which includes early mornings, days, late evenings and weekends and/or holidays Must be able to stand, lift, bend, crouch, kneel and push and pull for extended periods of time A physical ability to consistently lift up to 70 lbs/32kgs Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather Must wear safety wear – steel toe boots (green patch), reflective vest, and hearing protection An ability to meet all conditions of employment: Restricted Area pass issued by Transport Canada A criminal background check Hold a valid driver’s license
What you’ll do
The Ground Handler is responsible for operating ground service equipment, marshalling aircraft, and managing baggage loading and unloading. Additionally, they perform aircraft grooming duties and ensure all activities comply with Transport Canada regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must be physically capable of lifting up to 70 lbs and working outdoors in various weather conditions. The role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a criminal background check, and the capacity to obtain a Restricted Area pass.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Flight benefits
Other relevant skills
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- Ground handling
- Aircraft marshalling
- Baggage handling
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Physical stamina
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Aircraft grooming
- Equipment Operation
- Physical Stamina
- Valid Driver's License
- Shift Work
- Conveyor Systems
- Operations
- Loading And Unloading
Job areas
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Ground Hand
- Aircraft Fueler
- Service Station Attendants
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Oct 29, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
