Airport Ramp Agent-AGS

Avature; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team, focusing on ensuring the safe handling of customer baggage and cargo. This role involves operating various equipment and performing essential tasks to maintain the efficiency of airport operations. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and exciting flight privileges. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to contribute to a crucial aspect of the aviation industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flight benefits for employee and family

Competitive wages

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Exclusive discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards customers' baggage and air cargo from loss or damage.
• Operates motorized equipment and performs loading/unloading tasks.
• Completes paperwork related to work assignments.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Radio communication skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Ability to work in high spaces

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft.
2. Safeguards customers' baggage, air cargo, and airmail from weather, loss, theft, damage, and/or destruction.
3. Lifts, loads/unloads, sorts, and transfers passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, or baggage carts in a safe manner.
4. Operates pushback equipment and maintains visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure the equipment is free of danger.
5. Receives and records customer baggage, airfreight, mail, and company materials as required.
6. Picks up, delivers, and transports cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, and prepares related records.
7. Operates and/or drives motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; or manually pushes and pulls carts and containers.
8. Completes paperwork and forms related to work assignments and enters data into the company's information system as required.
9. Performs other duties as assigned within the skills and experience expected for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the state.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass up to a 10-year background check.
• At least 18 years old.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. as per the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Completion of ramp and SIDA training for airport security identification.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 70 pounds or more regularly, and lift weights of 40-50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Ability to work in high or cramped spaces.
• Ability to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Over one year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Professional communication in person and via radio.
• Enjoy flight benefits and travel privileges for employee and family.
• Competitive wages with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 3% company match after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Exclusive discounts and wellness programs.

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