Full time Ground Handler (Fixed Term Contract until January 2026)

Full time Ground Handler (Fixed Term Contract until January 2026)

Join to apply for the Full time Ground Handler (Fixed Term Contract until January 2026) role at Cargojet .

Accelerate your career with the most awarded Air Cargo Airline in Canada! Cargojet is Canada's leading provider of time‑sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries over 1,300,000 pounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across 13 bases in North America each business night, utilizing a fleet of all‑cargo aircraft. Cargojet has been awarded one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded with the Shipper’s Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of years. Being a part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated, hardworking, and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment.

Primary Objective Of The Position

The Ground handler is responsible for operating all equipment in a safe and proper manner and reporting any damage or potential problems.

Essential Position Functions

• Loading / offloading of aircrafts and trucks
• Operating ground support equipment
• 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.)
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Working in and around aircraft daily
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

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Job Details

Location : Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Salary : CA$37,440.00.

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job Function : Other, Information Technology, and Management. Industries : Airlines and Aviation

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