Air Cargo Ramp Clerk-(Part-time)-IND

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k program

Wellness programs

DailyPay access

Employee discounts

Recognition awards

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services is hiring a Cargo Ramp Agent in Indiana to load/unload cargo and drive ramp equipment at busy airport locations. You will read load sheets, assist in aircraft push-back, and ensure secure cargo handling while adhering to site security plans.

Qualifications include HS Diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs. Night/weekend shifts and benefits are provided in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Physical labor required with ability to lift heavy cargo.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and follow safety instructions.
• Ability to work in a high-noise, fast-paced environment.
• Will operate vehicles and assist in aircraft handling per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cargo from aircraft and move it within restricted areas.
• Position cargo with rollers and ensure secure placement for flight.
• Drive and guide vehicles in busy ramp areas during push-back and loading.
• Read load sheets to determine cargo destination and handling steps.
• Maintain safety standards and report security or safety breaches.
• Conform to site security plans and work shifts including weekends.

Skills

Lifting 80 lbs

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

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.