Job Description

Main accountabilities include:

• Carry out cargo screening functions to screen for IEDs, IED Components, or other destructive substances that may be found in air cargo
• Operate screening equipment such as X-ray and ETD machines
• Identify dangerous objects in cargo and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft with Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) equipment and visual and physical search
• Complete the required equipment start-up procedures and documentation for each equipment type (ETD and X-ray
• Utilize handheld tools and power tools to assist with the opening and screening of certain cargo configurations
• Ensure the capture and completion of the cargo screening logs for each piece of cargo screened
• Continuously and effectively interact with stakeholders—including airline customers, Transport Canada representatives, CATSA personnel, and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers—and respond to inquiries in a professional, courteous, and business-appropriate manner.
• Work within a demanding environment, which includes noise from alarms, machinery, people,
• distractions, time pressure and the requirement to identify and locate potentially life-threatening devices and devices intended on creating massive destruction
• Demonstrate the diligence required to maintain aviation security in accordance with Transport Canada, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) regulations, airport security requirements, and company security programs
• Conduct Alarm Resolution Procedures and Cargo Rendered Unusable Procedures as per the applicable security program.
• Must follow all Airport Security procedures and Transport Canada Regulations as required
• Follow notification procedures when
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintain valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary education in aviation, security, or logistics is an asset)
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in cargo screening or aviation security, with supervisory experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Transport Canada cargo screening regulations
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Transport Canada security clearance
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be able to lift 70Ibs
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred)
• Forklift certification preferred