About Canadian North

Canadian North is a vital air service provider for the Canadian Arctic and an industry-leading charter carrier. With a mission to make life better in the communities we serve, we provide reliable passenger and cargo services to 25 northern communities, connecting them with major southern hubs in Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Edmonton.

We are deeply committed to cultural inclusivity, community investment, and the well-being of northern communities. Canadian North strives to be a trusted partner for the North by contributing to prosperity, fostering community connections, and supporting innovation and teamwork.

We prioritize safety, reliability, and collaborative success in everything we do. Our customers choose us because they trust us to deliver essential services with care and consistency. At Canadian North, we offer more than just a job—we provide an opportunity to embark on an adventure while making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Join us as we connect northern Canada with the world, delivering on our mission and building a workplace where people want to start and grow their careers.

About this position

The Customer Service Agent is responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service for our passengers by processing passenger check-ins, processing baggage, and answering general inquiries.

Level: As per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement.

Pay Rate: Starting at $21.00 per hour as per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement or commensurate with experience. In addition to the Northern Living Allowance.

Reporting to: Regional Manager, YZF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must be able to perform, but not be limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Process passengers and baggage;
• Make reservations and compute fares;
• Disseminate information;
• Respond to travel agency inquiries;
• Assist passengers with mobility and special needs;
• Issue tickets and process sales reports for deposit;
• Assemble, control and transmit reservations and passenger data;
• Administer Staff Travel and employee travel both business and pleasure;
• Maintain records as required;
• Process claims for damaged or missing baggage;
• Record flight arrival and departure times;
• Conduct radio communications with the aircraft;
• Provide load data;
• Assist the Cargo/Ramp Attendant if so required with the processing of carry-on baggage, placement of cones etc, would not be required to load plane;
• Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing; and
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent related experience;
• 1 year of customer service experience;
• Possess a working knowledge of Sabre System;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with high typing accuracy;
• Bilingual in English/French or English/Inuktitut is an asset;
• Possess a knowledge of passenger check-in and baggage handling;
• Must be familiar with all aspects paperwork/documentation for all passenger service functions;
• Must possess strong communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Proven customer service skills;
• Works well in team environment;
• Experience in handling passengers with mobility needs;
• Must be adept at handling multiple tasks, and prioritizing duties;
• Willing to assist in all areas of passenger services;
• Willing to work irregular hours of operation and shift work;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access and Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Please note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Please note: This job entails irregular hours, including weekends, holidays, and shift work. Shift schedules will be bid in order of seniority. As a result, we cannot provide you with a schedule around your current job, school schedule, activities, etc. You are however able to shift trade with your colleagues- but you are responsible for the shifts that you are scheduled.

Employees will be given a minimum of (7) calendar days to select their shifts and the work schedule will be finalized (14) days prior to the effective date.

Closing Date: July 14th, 2025.