High/Low-lift Truck Driver – Catering Operations
Reporting to: Catering Operations Manager & Transport Duty Manager
Location: Saint-Hubert, MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport
Position Type: Full-time, on-site
About YHU Terminal
YHU Terminal is a joint venture between Porter Aviation Holdings and Macquarie Asset Management, leading the development of a new, state-of-the-art passenger terminal at Montreal Metropolitan Airport (Saint-Hubert). Scheduled to open in late 2025, the terminal will serve up to four million passengers annually, setting a new benchmark in passenger experience and operational safety.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Transport Duty Manager, the High-lift Driver is responsible for the safe and accurate loading, unloading, and delivery of catering equipment and in-flight supplies to aircraft using a high-loader (catering truck). The driver ensures that all operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational and regulatory procedures.
Key Responsibilities
High-Lift Truck Operation & Aircraft Servicing
• Conduct safe and accurate operation of high/low-lift catering trucks, including:
• Maintain situational awareness of aircraft movement, GSE traffic, marshallers, and ramp conditions.
• Ensure the catering truck is operated smoothly around aircraft structures, avoiding any contact or damage.
Loading / Offloading & Galley Management & Safety
Food Safety, Cold Chain & HACCP Compliance
Communication & Coordination
Qualifications & Competencies
Working Conditions:
Reporting to: Catering Operations Manager & Transport Duty Manager
Location: Saint-Hubert, MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport
Position Type: Full-time, on-site
YHU Terminal is a joint venture between Porter Aviation Holdings and Macquarie Asset Management, leading the development of a new, state-of-the-art passenger terminal at Montreal Metropolitan Airport (Saint-Hubert). Scheduled to open in late 2025, the terminal will serve up to four million passengers annually, setting a new benchmark in passenger experience and operational safety.
Under the direction of the Transport Duty Manager, the High-lift Driver is responsible for the safe and accurate loading, unloading, and delivery of catering equipment and in-flight supplies to aircraft using a high-loader (catering truck). The driver ensures that all operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational and regulatory procedures.
High-Lift Truck Operation & Aircraft Servicing
• Conduct safe and accurate operation of high/low-lift catering trucks, including:
- Pre-trip inspections
- Safe driving airside
- Aircraft approach and positioning
- Platform elevation and alignment with aircraft doors
- Secure loading and unloading of galleys and trolleys
• Maintain situational awareness of aircraft movement, GSE traffic, marshallers, and ramp conditions.
• Ensure the catering truck is operated smoothly around aircraft structures, avoiding any contact or damage.
Loading / Offloading & Galley Management & Safety
- Load and unload catering items according to:
- Flight schedules
- Loading labels and galley diagrams
- Airline specifications and stowage requirements
- Verify that all galley positions are correctly stocked and secured before closing the aircraft door.
- Communicate with flight crew regarding inventory discrepancies, galley issues, or special requests.
- Return equipment to base promptly after service and report any irregularities to Dispatch.
- Complete and sign the Security Declaration for each flight.
- Report any signs of tampering, broken seals, or suspicious items to Dispatch or Duty Manager immediately.
- Adhere to all ramp safety policies, PPE requirements, and three-points-of-contact rules.
- Participate in safety briefings and follow prescribed corrective actions.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including the truck interior and exterior.
- Support warehouse or transport tasks when required.
- Carry out other operational duties as assigned by the Duty Manager or Operations Manager.
Food Safety, Cold Chain & HACCP Compliance
- Ensure all catering items (meals, beverages, ice, special meals) are handled safely and hygienically.
- Maintain cold chain integrity during transport and loading.
- Record and verify temperatures where required.
- Follow all hygiene, contamination prevention, and allergen control practices.
Communication & Coordination
- Maintain constant communication with Dispatch for flight timing, changes, and instructions.
- Inform Duty Manager of any:
- Delays
- Equipment issues
- Missing items
- Security or safety concerns
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of driver logs and vehicle condition reports.
- Minimum 1-3 years in truck driving
- Experience in logistics is considered an asset.
- Clear criminal background & ability to obtain Transport Canada security clearance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in; French/ English is an asset.
- Valid Canadian Driver’s License and ability to obtain an AVOP (D/A) certification.
- Organized, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure in a time-sensitive environment.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Strong situational awareness and safety mindset.
- Ability to read and understand loading diagrams and operational instructions.
- Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50–70 lbs regularly.
- Work at heights (20–25 feet) when operating a high-lift platform.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Work in outdoor environments and variable weather conditions.
- Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends during peak operations.
- May involve lifting equipment and responding to on-site incidents.