The Customer Service Agent is responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service for our passengers by processing passenger checking in, processing baggage, and their general inquiries. Level: As per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement. Pay Rate: Starting at $20.50 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;
Make reservations;
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 baggage;
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/Inuktut 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: September 13th, 2024.