Position Summary
Under the direction of the Base Manager, you will be primarily responsible for offering logistical ground support to air crews and cargo acceptances. Additional assignments will also include general labor duties, loading and offloading aircraft, general housekeeping, data entry, and other duties as assigned by management.
Key Responsibilities
· Ability to fly daily to assist loading and unloading aircraft in different bases
· Use of the company SMS site to report any deficiencies, incidents, accidents and suggestions to enhance the safety of NorthStar Air
· Loading and off-loading of Aircrafts
· Ensuring Pilons and Buffer Zones are established around aircrafts Marshalling Aircrafts
· De-Icing, Washing and Grooming of Aircrafts
· Ground Service Equipment use such as but not limited to; Heat Carts, Heaters, Lifting Devices, De-Ice Units, Ground Power Units, Fuel Systems, Tractors, Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, and Loaders within issued training and authorization
· Off-loading and loading of trucks
· Picking, sorting, wrapping, and weighing loads assigned to Aircrafts Sweeping and cleaning Hangar and Ramps
· Regular FOD checks throughout properties
· General housekeeping duties as assigned
· TMS use in receiving, shipping, and dispatching freight
· Completion of daily task list assigned
· Freezer, cooler and freight temperature checks
· Ensuring freight is properly stored and handled within its associated temperature control environment
· Monitoring and ensuring that the highest level of care if given to freight especially within the categories of; Fragile, Cooler, Frozen, Do Not Freeze, DG, Rush and any other category you find requires special handling
· Snow removal, entrance cleaning, sanding slippery surfaces
· Inventory checks
· Fueling of aircrafts
· Installing, removing, organizing and storage of BATT fuel systems for Aircrafts Servicing of ground equipment as applicable
· Fueling of all Ground Equipment
· Circle checks on all ground equipment used
· Crewman duties onboard Aircrafts as applicable
· All other duties as assigned
· Any other related duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
· High School diploma or equivalent is an asset
· Previous shipping and receiving experience is an asset
· Demonstrated ability to operate material handling equipment including forklift truck
· Knowledge of filling out waybills is an asset
· Able to communicate both verbally and in writing
· Basic mathematical skills
· Ability to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
· Computer literacy, including working skills of Excel and e-mail
· Excellent organizational time management and prioritizing skills
· Hold a valid G licence
· Hold a Valid Passport and Birth Certificate to obtain security clearance
· Ability to communicate in Oji-Cree or Ojibway is an asset
· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
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Working Conditions
- Weekend work may be required
- Overtime as required
Benefits & Perks
· Extended Healthcare
· Paid Time Off
· Company Events
· Vision Care, Dental Care
· Flight Benefits
· Service Awards
· Employee Assistance Program
· Company Discounts
· Employee Recognition
· Disability Insurance, Life Insurance
· e-Store Merchandise
· In office Parking
· RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Profit Sharing
(Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.)
Eligibility & Accommodation
Applicants must have current eligibility to work in Canada. We appreciate all applications; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
How to Apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to
[email protected].
Use the subject line: “YQT Ground Support” (to distinguish your application).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
📌 Ground Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 North Star Air
📍 Canada