Air Canada is hiring a full-time Ramp Agent (Station Attendant) at Toronto Pearson International Airport. This is a unionized (IAMAW) ground-handling role with a starting wage of $23.36/hour, fully paid 9–10 week training, and no previous experience required. If you are eligible to work in Canada and looking for stable airport employment, this is one of the most accessible entry points into Canadian aviation. For a complete overview of Canadian work permit requirements, read our Canada LMIA and Work Permit Guide.

Job Overview

• Employer: Air Canada
• Position: Ramp Agent (Station Attendant) – Airport
• Job ID: 38085
• Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Toronto Pearson – Onsite)
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Unionized (IAMAW)
• Branch: Airports Canada & CX Strategy
• Starting Salary: $23.36/hour (plus shift premiums)
• Posted: January 5, 2026

About Air Canada

Air Canada is the country’s flag carrier and largest airline, operating scheduled passenger service to destinations across Canada and around the world from major hubs including Toronto Pearson. Ramp Agents are part of the Airports Canada & CX Strategy team that keeps flights safe and on time. Explore more jobs in Canada on JobsRivo.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the airside crew for safe, on-time aircraft turnarounds
• Onload and offload aircraft (baggage, cargo, mail)
• Sort passenger baggage and connect bags between flights
• Operate heavy ground-support equipment on the airside
• Perform tarmac duties in all weather conditions

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Valid driver’s licence (required to operate heavy ground equipment)
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs repetitively
• Pass a medical evaluation, including a drug and alcohol test
• Available to attend and pass the fully paid 9–10 week full-time training program
• Available to work rotating shifts over a 24-hour period, including weekends and holidays
• Strong teamwork, communication, punctuality, and dependability
• Able to obtain and maintain Transport Canada transportation security clearances
• Must be eligible to work in Canada at the time the employment offer is made

Salary, Benefits, and Support

Confirmed by the employer:

• Starting wage: $23.36/hour
• Shift premiums: $0.50/hour (afternoon, 18:00–23:00) and $1.00/hour (midnight, 23:00–6:00)
• Fully paid 9–10 week full-time training program
• Health, dental, and pension benefits
• Mental health and financial wellbeing support, including annual profit-sharing award
• Flexible shift patterns with the ability to trade shifts
• Travel privileges with special rates for employees, family, and friends
• Training, development, and tuition reimbursement support

Visa & Work Authorization

Air Canada does not sponsor work permits or visas for this role. Candidates must already be eligible to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or holder of a valid Canadian work permit) at the time the employment offer is made. Obtaining and maintaining work authorization is the candidate’s responsibility. For detailed guidance on the Canadian work permit process, see our work permit jobs. For more on navigating international job opportunities, see our International Jobs Reality Check. If you are looking for sponsored opportunities elsewhere, browse our driving & transport jobs category for related openings.

How to Apply

Before applying, make sure your resume is optimized for international job applications. Apply directly on the official Air Canada careers website using the “Apply Now” button on the job posting. JobsRivo does not collect applications for this role and is not affiliated with Air Canada. You can also explore other remote jobs in Canada or use our free job seeker tools and templates.

Official application link: Air Canada – Ramp Agent (Job ID 38085)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is previous experience required?
No. Air Canada provides a fully paid 9–10 week full-time training program for new Ramp Agents.

Does Air Canada sponsor a work permit or visa for this role?
No. Candidates must already be eligible to work in Canada when the offer is made.

What is the starting pay?
$23.36/hour, plus shift premiums of $0.50/hour for afternoon shifts and $1.00/hour for midnight shifts.

What are the working hours?
Full-time, rotating shifts over a 24-hour period, including weekends and holidays.

Where do I apply?
Apply on the official Air Canada careers website (Job ID 38085). The link is provided above. For more tips on navigating international job applications, check our 15-Step International Job Search Plan.

Disclaimer

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