Transport Driver

Transport Driver


Company
Sky Cafe Ltd.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Come join the exciting world of aviation!! You might say we have our head in the clouds and our feet on the ground. We’re visionaries who saw an opportunity to shake up the airline catering industry, and with some hard work we’ve managed to make that pie-in-the-sky notion a reality. We offer quality fare while keeping costs low which sets us apart.

Summary
• Transport Driver are responsible for building and transporting all galleys to the clients’ specifications for all scheduled flights. This position requires working in a fast-paced environment with time constraints to meet arrival and departure goals. A professional and positive image must be consistently displayed by the employee. “Lead by Example” concept is strongly promoted.
• Transport Driver must report to work on a regular and timely basis and will report directly to the supervisor and/or manager on duty.

Job Duties
• Build/strip commissary according to airline specs and schedules within established timelines
• Actively participates in the Safety Management System (SMS)
• Complete inventories according to airline requirements
• Understand and comply with Canada Border Services Agency Memorandum D7-1-1 & D4-1-4
• Understand and comply with Transport Canada requirements
• Understand and comply with IATA Food Safety requirements
• Actively participate in Sky Café’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazard and incidents encountered in daily operations. Understand, comply with and promote the company Safety Policy
• Responsible for maintaining safety and security of the warehouse at all times
• Assist in set up, cleaning and storage of equipment & warehouse
• Responsible for courteous, prompt, accurate and careful handling of food and goods, including loading and offloading
• Receive, perform temperature testing and inspection of catering deliveries from our food service provider
• Operate forklift while observing safe procedures and maintenance of equipment, including the performance of equipment checks
• Comply with all Sky Café and airline policies
• Transport, load and unload the aircraft galleys from the warehouse to the aircraft
• Constantly communicate with other catering personnel, and respective airline communication centers if applicable
• Coordination and oversight of aircraft turnaround activities
• Ensure that processes are delivered within SLA standards and compliance limits while adhering to safety requirements
• Responsible for the safety and security of all employees
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work on a permanent basis in Canada
• Obtain a clear criminal record
• Ability to obtain necessary airport and/or Transport Canada security clearances
• Ability to obtain necessary airport vehicle operators permit
• Must be capable of lifting/pushing/pulling up to 70lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to work within the required time parameters
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and varying schedules
• Must successfully complete airline specific training programs and recertification

Core Competencies
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
• Operate Equipment in a safe and respectful manner
• Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
• Attention to detail in all areas of work
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude

Wage: $18.85/hour

Full time employees will receive medical and dental benefits after probation

Part-time and Full-time employees will get flight passes with Westjet!

Thank you for your application with Sky Cafe Ltd. Only those considered for the position will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, or age.

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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for drivers in federally regulated sectors is $18.50 per hour effective January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly under the Canada Labour Code. This rate covers interprovincial trucking operations across provinces.
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