Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States (on-site)
Starting Salary: $19.09/hour
Branch: Cargo
Category: Unionized (IBT)

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork, and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

It’s important to know that

• Reliable attendance is crucial: With varying schedules, being present and on time keeps the operation running smoothly.
• Learning never stops: We value curiosity and growth. You’ll be expected to adapt, take initiative, and embrace new challenges as they come.
• Teamwork matters: You’ll be part of a close-knit group, and being able to collaborate and communicate respectfully with others is vital.

Key duties

• Handle cargo operations including building/breaking down pallets and ULDs, loading/unloading trucks, and storing cargo/COMAT in designated areas with proper documentation.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts and company vehicles to move cargo/mail/COMAT safely and efficiently.
• Process shipments, including hazardous/restricted materials in compliance with company and government regulations.
• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from the public, outside airlines, agencies, and internal staff.
• Support operational continuity by making decisions in the absence of leadership, communicating procedural updates, ensuring supply availability, and compiling statistical data.
• Investigate and report on damaged or incomplete shipments and complete necessary documentation as required.

• Must possess a valid driver's license;
• Ability to operate Company vehicles and machinery;
• Ability to lift seventy (70) lbs unaided;
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time;  
• Ability to use tact, good judgement and initiative;
• Capable of expressing self in a clear and pleasant manner;
• Ability to work under pressure with a minimum of supervision;
• Ability to efficiently use the Company's automated cargo tracking and accounting system post-training;
• Adhere to Air Canada's uniform guide and grooming standards;
• Ability to meet Air Canada medical standards through a medical examination;
• Employment is subject to meeting US Custom & Boarder Protection (USCBP) requirements for obtaining both a Customs Seal and an Airport ID Badge;
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment;
• Candidates must be available for shift work in a 24/7 operational environment, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays;

Benefits

• Financial benefits: Pension program, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Profit Sharing.
• Wellbeing & health benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance for you and your family (if necessary).
• Recognition: Air Canada’s recognition program (Shine) allows you to recognize and be recognized for those outstanding moments.
• Travel privileges: A generous employee travel program for you and other eligible once you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service. This includes, but is not limited to standby travel, hotel & car rental discounts, Air Canada Vacation discounts, and more.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.