Airport Ramp Agent - ONT

Avature; Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking dedicated ground support personnel to handle customer aircraft operations. Responsibilities include loading and unloading baggage, operating equipment, and ensuring safety during operations. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and physical stamina to manage heavy items. Join a team committed to excellence and enjoy competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flight benefits

Competitive wages

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive health insurance

401k with company match

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the state.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 70 pounds or more.
• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, and services customer aircraft.
• Safeguards customers' baggage and air cargo.
• Operates motorized equipment and maintains safety.

Skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft.
2. Safeguards customers' baggage, air cargo, and airmail from weather, loss, theft, damage, and/or destruction.
3. Lifts, loads/unloads, sorts, and transfers passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company materials in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, or baggage carts safely.
4. Operates pushback equipment and maintains visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure safety.
5. Receives and records customer baggage, airfreight, mail, and company materials as required.
6. Picks up, delivers, and transports cargo and baggage to and from aircraft; prepares related records.
7. Operates and/or drives motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; manually pushes and pulls carts and containers.
8. Completes paperwork and forms related to work assignments and enters data into the company's information system.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned, within the skill and experience level expected for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the state.
• Valid In-State Driver's License.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and a background check (up to 10 years).
• At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
• Complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport security ID.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 70 pounds or more regularly; lift weights of 40-50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Capable of working in cramped or elevated spaces and carrying heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Over one year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Professional communication in person and via radio.
• Flight benefits, competitive wages with daily access, paid holidays and time off, comprehensive health insurance, 401k with company match, and additional wellness programs.

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