Airline Agent, Ramp Service

Trego-Dugan Aviation Inc; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

The Ramp Service Agent role at Trego-Dugan Aviation Inc is responsible for handling customer luggage, loading and unloading baggage, and marshaling aircraft on the tarmac. You will also operate ground service equipment and assist with special customer needs during irregular flight schedules.

This position requires the ability to work a flexible shift including nights, weekends and holidays, and to lift heavy baggage up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handle luggage, load and unload baggage on aircraft.
• Operate ground service equipment (GSE) safely.
• Marshaling aircraft to and from gates.
• Meet arriving flights and service departing flights.
• Follow safety regulations and report hazards.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Safety conscious

Job description

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours will vary based upon flight schedules. Number of weekly hours may increase or decrease due to seasonal flight changes.

17.00/hr starting wage

Ramp Service Agent

The Ramp Service Agent is responsible for the handling of customer luggage, including loading and unloading baggage on and off the aircraft, marshaling in and pushing back the aircraft, operation of ground service equipment (GSE), meet arriving flights and service departing flights, assist customers with special needs, assist customer service agents, as needed, and any other assigned duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates, i.e., ramp, commissary and aircraft cleaning activities.
• Move luggage and comail of various weight and dimensions to and from aircraft and airport luggage receiving area.
• Load and unload baggage, luggage, and comail.
• Operate ground equipment, including tugs and belt loaders.
• Marshal aircraft to and from gates.
• Provide proper handling of baggage requiring special care.
• Service aircraft lavatories.
• Perform aircraft interior cleaning.
• Responsible for aircraft security searches and commissary security searches.
• Ensure ramp areas are safe and free of FOD and that all ground equipment is properly maintained.
• Follow safety regulations which include the proper use of ground equipment and wearing proper safety items.
• Able to communicate using a two-way radio.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to read and write English
• Complete all required training
• Only complete tasks for which you are fully trained
• Report any safety hazard or incident immediately

Physical Demands

Must be able to carry 70 pound suitcase from the floor to 18 inches and carry 70 pound suitcase in front of you with both hands for a distance of up to 25 feet; must have physical dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive tasks and motions, including bending at the waist and knees, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting and sustaining those positions for extended amounts of time. Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment

Airport environment: Indoors and Outdoors. Extreme outdoor conditions where extreme temperature ranges may be encountered. Attend and successfully complete paid training.