Ground Handler
The Ground Handler is responsible for operating ground service equipment, marshalling aircraft, and managing guest baggage. Additionally, they perform aircraft grooming and ensure all ramp areas are kept clean and free of debris.
- On-site
- Campbell River, BC
- Posted Aug 12, 2026
- Apply by Nov 10, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Are you ready to take off and start a new and exciting career in the aviation industry? If so, we want to chat with you! Come join our new operation in Campbell River! Do you love airplanes? Are you a strong team member and enjoy the satisfaction of completing a task under tight deadlines? Would you say that going above and beyond is in your DNA? Do you love to travel and want to travel even more at discounted rates? Does the opportunity to provide ground service support to some of Canada’s best airlines appeal to you? Are you someone who is known for reliability and flexibility? If you answered ‘Yes!’ to any of our questions, then apply and come join us! Executive Aviation is looking for Ground Handlers to work at the Campbell River Airport. We are looking for hands on people, who have flexible availability and who love working with airplanes. We offer a great paid training program. This role would report directly to the Ramp Lead. This is a seasonal position that will end approximately the end of October 2026. What do we offer? Executive Aviation is proud to have very progressive wage ranges with lots of earning potential. The range of salary for this position is $19.55 - $22.55/hour. We offer comprehensive Health benefits for all part- and full-time team members. We also have fantastic flight benefits with the airlines that we support. We want to see you grow and reach your goals! The sky's the limit with Executive Aviation. Responsibilities Ensure airline procedures are followed in line with the rules and regulations of Transport Canada Drive and operate ground service equipment Marshall/wing-walk aircraft to gate Sort, load and offload guest baggage in accordance with load plan Deliver guest baggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system Service aircraft water and lavatories Inspect ramp areas for debris and remove/dispose of when found Grooms aircraft – clean whole cabin, galleys, lavatories, restock lavatory with supplies Other duties as assigned Qualifications Personal flexibility to work shift work which includes early mornings, days, late evenings, weekends and/or holidays Must be able to stand, lift, bend, crouch, kneel and push and pull for extended periods of time A physical ability to consistently lift up to 70 lbs/32kgs Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather Must wear safety wear – steel toe boots (green patch), reflective vest, and hearing protection An ability to meet all conditions of employment: Restricted Area pass issued by Transport Canada A criminal background check Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract
What you’ll do
The Ground Handler is responsible for operating ground service equipment, marshalling aircraft, and managing guest baggage. Additionally, they perform aircraft grooming and ensure all ramp areas are kept clean and free of debris.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to lift up to 70 lbs and work in all weather conditions while maintaining a flexible schedule for shift work. A valid driver's license, a clean driver abstract, and the ability to obtain a Transport Canada Restricted Area pass are required.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Flight benefits • Paid training
Listed skills
- TeamworkPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Ground handling
- Aircraft marshalling
- Baggage handling
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Aircraft grooming
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Physical stamina
- Lifting
- Equipment Operation
- Physical Stamina
- Lifting Ability
- Valid Driver's License
- Shift Work
- Conveyor Systems
- Operations
Job areas
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Ground Hand
- Aircraft Fueler
- Service Station Attendants
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Nov 10, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week