Airline Baggage Handler

SP Plus Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

SP+, a Metropolis Company, seeks an Airline Baggage Handler in the Arlington area to verify passenger boarding passes and move luggage to the security screening induction system. The role is physically demanding and requires badge access and training.

This position requires weekend and holiday availability, strong communication with customers and airport staff, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for long periods. Eligible employees gain medical, dental, 401k, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to clear a background and drug screen.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs consistently.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, push, pull throughout shift.
• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Able to obtain an airport badge.

Responsibilities

• Verify boarding passes and move baggage to the security screening induction system.
• Communicate with passengers to ask safety and security questions clearly.
• Load passenger luggage onto the security screening belt.
• Work closely with airline ticket counter agents.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Bags, a Metropolis company, is on a mission to make every moment matter for a world on the go. As part of the largest mobility network in North America, we combine innovative technology with a customer-first mindset to transform the travel experience—especially at airports. From curbside to gate, our services eliminate the stress of traditional travel by streamlining baggage handling, check-in, and other key touchpoints. With over 23,000 employees across 4,000+ locations in North America and Europe, we’re reimagining how people move through their journeys—saving time, reducing hassle, and ensuring every step feels effortless and efficient.

Responsibilities

Weekends and Holiday Mandatory - Flexible Availability Preferred

The Airline Baggage Handler will verify passenger boarding pass with their checked bag and move the bags to the security screening induction system.

This is a physically demanding position which requires on-the-job security training and the ability to receive all applicable airport security badges.

• Communicating effectively and clearly. Asking each passenger the safety and security questions
• Loading passenger luggage onto the security screening induction belt
• Working closely with the Airline ticket counter agents

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to clear a background and drug screen
• Must be able to lift up to up to 75 lbs consistently throughout the shift
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, push, pull throughout entire shift
• Experience in customer service preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills using appropriate grammar, tone, and pronunciation to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Complete all required training including airport compliance
• Able to obtain an airport badge

Appearance Guidelines

Employees are expected at all times to present a professional business-like image, even when working behind the scenes. It is the policy of the Company that each employee’s dress, grooming, and personal hygiene should be appropriate to the work situation and be consistent with the Company’s business standards.

• For all male employees a fully grown in, well-maintained mustache, beard or goatee is permitted
• No visible tattoos or body piercings are allowed. Any tattoos must be covered by your uniform or other means agreed uponby management.
• Clean & well-maintained approved uniforms must be worn on shift
• Additional requirements as specified by management

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers and to communicate with customers and fellow employees. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; stand; walk. The employee is also frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. In addition, the employee is required to of twist, turn, stretch, and bend on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to lift and move up to 75 pounds regularly. The employee must be able to move in a relatively quick manner. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision and Ability to adjust focus.

Salary Range: $17.13 per hour

Benefits: Eligible employees will participate in the various benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long/short term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, 401k and paid time off.

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SP+ is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law. SP+ does not tolerate harassment of or retaliation against any employee or applicant on the basis of these characteristics, or because the individual exercised his or her EEO rights.

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Location

US-VA-ARLINGTON