Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada.

Why Work With Us?

• Purpose-Driven Mission — Your work matters
• Tight-Knit, Inclusive Team — You’ll feel valued and supported
• Career Growth Opportunities — Across the North and beyond
• Experience the North — Adventure meets purpose
• Trusted Airline of the Arctic — Be part of something bigger

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

Group Insurance Benefits

• Extended healthcare
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Dependent life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Group Dental Benefits

• Starts after 1 month of regular active employment

Retirement Savings Plan

• Available after 6 months of regular active employment

Travel Privileges

• Eligible for Canadian North flights after 1 month
• Additional travel privileges are available after probation. Fly with Canadian North’s affiliated airlines at a great price worldwide
• Reduced rates and free travel passes!

Cargo Privileges

• Access to personal cargo shipment as per the Employee Travel Guide and Company policy

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re reliable, safety-focused, and ready for adventure, we want to hear from you. Join a company where people count on you, and where you can count on a career that matters.

About the position

As a Ramp Attendant, you will play a key role in supporting safe and efficient ground operations. Under the direction of the Ramp Coordinator, you will be responsible for performing a variety of ground handling tasks including loading and unloading aircraft, operating company equipment, and delivering essential ground services to aircraft.

This is a rotational position. 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, 12-hour days, 7 days a week for the rotations. Your three weeks "on" will be based in Iqaluit, NU. Rotational travel assistance and accommodation are provided.

Level: As per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement.

Pay Rate: Starting at $21.00 per hour in accordance with the UNIFOR Collective Agreement.

Accommodation & Meals: Provided for employees rotating into Iqaluit, NU.

Northern Living Allowance: $18,500 per year for employees living in Iqaluit, NU, and $9,250 per year for all other northern residents.

Please note: We are currently interviewing to create an applicant pool. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as a position becomes available.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to perform, but not be limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Follow the companies Standard Operating Procedures without deviation;
• Promote a safe working culture;
• Load/unload aircraft;
• Provide services to aircraft on the ground as required;
• Assist Customer Service Agents and/or Cargo Attendants if so required ;
• Assist passengers with mobility and special needs;
• Perform commissary duties as part of the specialized work function;
• Responsibly maintain clean and orderly work areas;
• Responsibly use and maintain Company equipment;
• Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing;
• Completion of daily vehicle/equipment checklist;
• Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing;
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent related work experience i.e. warehouse, forklifts, customer service industry, etc.;
• Warehouse and/or customer service experience considered an asset;
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, problem solving & interpersonal skills;
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in a high pressure, high volume environment;
• Knowledge of cargo handling and processing procedures considered an asset;
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs., on a continuous basis;
• Forklift driving experience an asset;
• Must hold a valid driver’s license;
• Must be willing to work various shifts (including evenings, holidays and weekends);
• Must be able to obtain and retain a D/A level Airport Pass;
• Required to pass and maintain qualification on all ramp equipment;
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut is a definite asset; and
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.