Ramp Agent- $19.00 /hr

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ramp Agent to join their dynamic team. This role involves loading and unloading cargo, ensuring safety and efficiency at the airport. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating physical strength and flexibility to meet the demands of the job. With competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a chance to advance in a supportive and fun work culture. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in the aviation sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Paid Training

Uniform Provided

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and pass drug testing.
• Proficient in English and available for variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload luggage and cargo on commercial aircraft.
• Operate small specialized commercial vehicles safely.

Skills

Heavy Lifting

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Motorized Equipment

Job description

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Menzies Aviation is seeking a Full Time Ramp Agent!!!

• Location: Chicago Rockford International Airport
• Rate of Pay: $19.00 an hour
• Schedule: Part-time 20 to 25 hours a week Schedules are given by seniority. Must have flexible schedule to work different hours and weekends.
• REQUIRED: Valid Driver's License & Social Security card.

What You'll Do:

The Ramp Agent will be responsible for loading and unloading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, in the outbound bag room and the baggage claim area. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling.

Primary Accountabilities and Duties:

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals, and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking, and kneeling in small confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security, and all government statutory requirements.
• Required to attend the mandatory training imposed by the Company and Airlines as per job role.
• Comply with Company uniform standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Earn more: competitive compensation starting at $19.00 per hour.
• Full Benefits: paid time off and health insurance for all full-time employees
• Professional growth: Menzies offer career growth opportunities.
• Team environment: a fun, fast-paced, and supportive company culture
• Equal opportunity employer: Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass drug testing.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors, must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must pass FBI background check and obtain Airport security badge.
• Prior Ramp experience preferable
• $19.00/hour
• Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Training
• Uniform Provided

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, high voltages and high hydraulic/pneumatic pressures. The employee is also frequently exposed to very loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles and hazardous substances, materials or waste. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear.

Other tasks include digging and shoveling, such as snow removal around equipment and office. Employee may also engage in debris removal which involves lifting, bending and stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

EEO Statement

Menzies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions exclusively on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression or identity, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. All such discrimination is unlawful and all individuals employed by Menzies Aviation are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct. The Company further will make all employment decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention, compensation, training, discipline and termination of employment decisions without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.