Posted 5 days ago
Airline Ramp Attendant / Baggage Handler
@ Maintair Aviation
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Overview
Maintair Aviation is hiring a full-time ramp attendant and baggage handler in Thunder Bay. The work covers loading and unloading baggage and cargo, aircraft marshalling, wing walking, towing, deicing and other ground handling under station leadership. The role requires a valid driver's licence with a clean abstract, a clean criminal record check, and a Restricted Area Pass, and it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Load, unload and sort baggage and cargo
- Marshal aircraft and perform wing walking
- Operate belt loaders, baggage tractors and carts
- Perform aircraft deicing and glycol handling
- Complete daily equipment inspections and safety programs
Requirements summary:
- Restricted Area Pass (RAIC) required
- Valid driver's licence with clean abstract
- Clean criminal record check before offer
- English speaking, reading and writing
- Airline or freight handling experience an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Restricted Area Pass (RAIC) |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Maintair Aviation
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Full company description
Maintair Aviation Services Ltd is an Airlines/Aviation company located in 305 Hector Dougall Way, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, with a sub-office in Timmins, Ontario.
- LinkedIn followers
- 680
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 90
- Reported office locations
- 305 Hector Dougall Way, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7E 6M5, CA
- Business categories
- Air Transportation
- Logistics
- Ticketing
- Aerospace
- Other recorded names
- Maintair Aviation
- Maintair Aviation Services Ltd
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Maintair Aviation Services Ltd is an Airlines/Aviation company located in 305 Hector Dougall Way, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, with a sub-office in Timmins, Ontario.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Airlines and Aviation |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Thunder Bay, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1986 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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MAINTAIR AVIATION SERVICES has a long history of providing safe, customer focused aviation services, and as we continue to grow we are currently seeking candidates for FULL-TIME RAMP ATTENDANT / BAGGAGE HANDLER here in Thunder Bay!
JOB SUMMARY:
Ramp Attendants work under the direction of the Station Leadership to ensure all aspects of aircraft handling are completed safely according to specific company policies & procedures. Safety, attention to detail, following company procedures, and team work are key components to being a successful ramp attendant. The ideal candidate must possess verbal & written communication skills, be energetic, outgoing, understanding and accepting of change. They must also be flexible and able to deal with the adapting nature of aviation. If you enjoy a great team, where each day presents new challenges and opportunities, this position is for you!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sort, load, unload baggage and cargo from flights.
Service lavatories and potable water per company standards.
Connect, disconnect ground power/bridge power from Aircraft.
Marshall aircraft to and from gate, parking stands.
Wing walk arrivals and departures.
Operate belt loaders, baggage tractors and carts.
Complete aircraft grooming/cleaning.
Complete aircraft towing and/or brake riding.
Complete daily inspection of operating equipment.
Complete equipment deficiency reports as required.
Snow removal, equipment cleaning, housekeeping as required.
Perform aircraft deicing as required.
Perform deice trucking filling and bulk glycol deliveries as required.
Attend all required training sessions and successfully complete training courses.
Actively participate in company safety programs.
Work as a team member in a safe, efficient, professional manner.
Adhere to published uniform standards and requirements.
Follow all safety guidelines and safe workplace procedures.
Take direction from ramp shift leads/supervisors and BTW Coordinator/Manager.
Complete customer baggage and/or cargo deliveries as required.
Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to apply and secure an Airport Restricted Area Pass (RAIC).
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Must have valid driver’s license with clean abstract & obtain a clean criminal records check prior to offer.
Ability to speak, write and understand the English language.
Previous airline and/or freight handling experience would be an asset.
Must have excellent team player competencies.
Must be willing to adapt to the changing nature of aviation.
Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
$125.00 per year Protective Footwear Allowance.
PPE required is provided to employee.
Returnable deposit on all Uniform Pieces.
Paid Training
This position is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
www.maintair.com
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