Airline Ramp Agent

AVFLIGHT CORPORATION; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

AVFLIGHT CORPORATION in Flint, MI is seeking a part-time Customer Service Agent to assist travelers, issue tickets, and handle baggage and ground support tasks. You will work first shift, providing attentive service, processing transactions, and coordinating passenger arrangements with accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, legal work status in the U.S., and the ability to lift 50 lbs, work outdoors in various weather, and pass background checks and drug testing.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to push/pull/lift 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• Must read and write English; bilingual skills a plus.
• Must be able to work under time constraints.
• Availability for varied hours including swing and graveyard shifts, weekends, holidays.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must pass background check, pre-employment drug test and obtain security clearance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Willing to work outside in all weather and airport noise levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, friendly service to customers.
• Arrange itineraries, compute fares, issue refunds, issue tickets, check baggage, collect excess charges.
• Assist passengers with reservations, standby, luggage, cabin availability and in-flight supplies.
• Guide passengers to aircraft safely.
• Load/unload cargo and transport between terminals and aircraft.
• Physically handle freight and company materials.
• Marshal aircraft and equipment; operate ground support equipment.
• Clean and service cabin interiors and restrooms; ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to push/pull/lift 50 lbs

Read/write English; bilingual a plus

Time management under constraints

Varied hours including swing/graveyard

Must be 18 years or older

Background/drug test and security清ance

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work in airport environment

Education

High School/GED Equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Avflight Flint - Flint, MI 48507

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School/GED Equivalent

Salary Range: $14.00 - $14.00 Hourly

Job Shift: First Shift

General Purpose of Job:

This position is responsible for providing customer service to all people desiring to use customer or charter service by being attentive to their needs, politely handling their inquiries promptly, and completing the required transactions as noted below. Additional responsibilities include cargo handling, ramp, aircraft cleaning, and other assigned duties.

Duties:

• Provide efficient, friendly service to all of our customers


• Complete all necessary arrangements for accommodating passengers such as prepare itineraries, compute fares, issue refunds, prepare and issue tickets, check baggage, as well as collect excess baggage charges


• Complete all necessary arrangements for accommodating passengers with reservations, standby's, luggage, cabin availability and in-flight supplies


• Guide passengers from the terminal to and from aircraft ensuring a safe path at all times


• Perform the loading and unloading of cargo on and off aircraft


• Transport cargo between terminals and aircraft


• Physical handling of freight and company material


• Marshalling aircraft and equipment


• Operate ground equipment, including tugs and belt loaders


• Clean and service cabin interiors, including cockpit, lavatories and draining lavatories


• Use safety related equipment and provide de-icing service to the aircraft when needed


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills


• Ability to push/pull/lift 50 lbs. for extended periods of time


• Ability to read and write English; bilingual skills a plus


• Ability to work efficiently under time constraints


• Must be available to work varied hours including swing and graveyard shifts plus weekends and holidays


• Must be 18 years or older


• High School diploma or GED equivalent


• Must pass background check, pre-employment drug test and obtain security clearance Must have authorization to work in the U.S.


• Must have valid Driver's license


• Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather and elevated noise levels within the airport environment

Competency/Behavioral Requirements:

• Be pleasant with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude


• Be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations


• Strong attention to detail


• Maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior even in difficult situations be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace


• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges


• Be sensitive to others' needs and feelings and be understanding and helpful on the job

Physical Demands :

Must be able to carry 50 pound suitcase from the floor to 18 inches and carry 50 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.

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