Air Cargo Ramp Agent - IND

Worldwide Flight Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay access

On-the-spot awards

Medical options

Travel discounts

Wellness programs

401k program

Internal mobility

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services is hiring an Air Cargo Ramp Agent in Indianapolis (IND). The role loads/unloads cargo, guides aircraft on push-out, and ensures safe operations in a busy ramp environment. Must be 18+, with a valid license and HS diploma or equivalent.

The position requires high safety awareness, ability to work rotating shifts, and effective communication in noisy conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload cargo up to 70 lbs; move on/off aircraft.
• Drive 3,000–80,000 lb vehicles in busy areas.
• Guide aircraft during push-out and assist drivers.
• Transport cargo using 3,000 lb vehicle; read destination sheets.
• Maintain ground safety; use proper hand signals and voice commands.

Skills

English Proficiency

Education

HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Air Cargo Ramp Agent - IND (15623)

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations, 27 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

The work of a Cargo Ramp Agent loads and unloads cargo on and off aircraft; the transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft. Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors’ activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program. Comply with WFS site security plan for assigned warehouse. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

• Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
• Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
• Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
• Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area. Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
• While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids.
• Ability to successfully communicate with others.
• Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.
• Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
• Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt.
• Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft.
• Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft.
• Ability to judge distances.
• Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis.
• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday, Sunday), holidays, and days off.

**This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.**

Preferred Skills

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions as well as environmental conditions, i.e., jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise.
• Ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.