Air Logistics Ramp Associate (TOL)

WFS Express, Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Awardco recognition

Medical benefits

401k

Travel discounts

Pet insurance

Wellness programs

Internal mobility

Discount shopping

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services seeks an Air Logistics Ramp Associate at our Toledo, OH location. You will load/unload air freight, move containers from aircraft to warehouse and trucks in a cross-dock setting, with minimal storage time.

Responsibilities include operating ramp equipment, handling up to 80,000 lb vehicle movements, and ensuring safety. Candidates must have a driver’s license, be 18+, and able to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or international equivalent.
• 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load and unload air freight containers from aircraft within confined areas.
• Push, pull and position loaded air freight containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs.
• Removal of tie-downs and other gear when loading and unloading.
• Read off-load sheets to determine destination of Express packages.
• Operate ramp equipment with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs in congested airside areas.
• Assist by guiding driver during push-back and communicate with cockpit when needed.
• Follow verbal commands and safety warnings; work overtime during peak times.

Skills

English proficiency

Forklift experience

English literacy

Weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Regular Full-Time Ramp Service United States Ohio

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

As an Air Logistics Ramp Associate you will contribute to the timely delivery of Express packages by loading and unloading of air freight containers, moving these containers from airplane to truck for on-time delivery to our customers at our airport location. This job is a cross-dock operation; your role is to move Express packages from aircraft to warehouse to trucks with no/minimal storage. Our indoor facility is an open-air environment and not temperature controlled, and you may work in or around aircraft. 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 warehouse and air logistic experts across our Express locations. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

• Transport, load and unload air freight containers from aircraft within confined areas


• Push, pull and position loaded air freight containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs


• Removal of tie-downs and other gear when loading and unloading


• Read \"off-load\" sheets to determine destination of Express packages


• Operating ramp equipment 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


• 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


• Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids


• Willing to work beyond standard hours during peak times; overtime eligible per law


• Valid Driver’s license


• 18 years and older


• High School Diploma or GED or international equivalent.


• Ability to read, write and understand the English language


• Must be able to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), holidays, and days off. We have a Peak Season that may require longer hours.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.


• Ability to judge distances.


• Ability to successfully communicate with others


• 1 year forklift experience

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.


• Ability to work non temperature controlled environment both indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperatures including but not limited to hot and cold weather (rain, wind, heat, cold, etc.)


• Ability to stand for an entire shift and move long distances across our facilities


• 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.