74202

Air transport ramp attendants

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Air transport ramp attendants operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment, handle cargo and baggage and perform other ground support duties at airports. They are employed by airline and air services companies and the federal government.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Drive and operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment such as towing tractors, food service trucks, de-icer sprayers and lavatory servicing trucks
Position passenger loading stairs and operate aircraft cargo doors
Marshal or tow aircrafts to gate positions for passenger boarding and deplaning and for loading and unloading of cargo
Sort and load cargo and passenger baggage according to instructions forwarded by load planner to achieve proper balance
Unload, sort and route cargo and baggage
Transport freight between aircraft and airport warehouse
Clean and prepare aircraft interior for passengers and wash aircraft exterior.

Example job titles

•aircraft groomer
•airport ramp attendant
•cargo attendant - air transport
•ramp agent - air transport
•ramp attendant - air transport
•ramp services supervisor - airport
•station attendant - air transport

Overview

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, Air transport ramp attendants are classified under NOC code 74202. This occupation falls under TEER Category 4, which comprises jobs that typically require a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training. These workers operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment, handle cargo and baggage, and perform crucial ground support duties to ensure safe airport operations. Common job titles under this classification include ramp agent, baggage handler, and aircraft marshaller.

The typical duties of an air transport ramp attendant involve marshalling aircraft to gate positions, operating baggage towing tractors, positioning passenger stairs, loading and unloading aircraft cargo, and performing aircraft cabin cleaning services. To work in this field in Canada, candidates usually need to complete secondary school and hold a valid driver's license. On-the-job training is provided by employers, and individuals must typically obtain an airport security clearance to work in restricted areas.

From an immigration perspective, individuals with experience under NOC 74202 may qualify for various Canadian immigration pathways, such as specific Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) targeting semi-skilled workers, or provincial stream pilots. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official guidance, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated immigration professional.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.