Airport Ramp Agent (Alaska)-HNL

Avature; Alaska; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in Alaska. This role involves safely handling customer baggage and air cargo while operating various equipment. Ideal candidates will be local residents with effective communication skills and the ability to lift heavy items. The position offers competitive pay, flight benefits, and comprehensive health insurance. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flight benefits for employee and family

Competitive pay with daily wage access

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 3% company match

Exclusive discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a local resident with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift heavy items and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards customer baggage and air cargo from damage.
• Operates motorized equipment and completes paperwork.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Radio communication skills

Professional communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Relevant experience (1+ years)

Tools

Motorized equipment (belt loaders, tugs)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft.
2. Safeguards customers' baggage, air cargo, 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 loader, or baggage carts in a safe manner.
4. Operates pushback equipment and maintains visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure the pushback equipment is free of any 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 records related to these responsibilities.
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 push carts and containers.
8. Completes paperwork and forms related to work assignments, procedures, and enters data into the company's information system as required.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a local (in-state) resident.
• Valid In-State Driver's License.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass up to a 10-year background check.
• Ability to obtain USPS approval to handle mail.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as per the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport security identification.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and move items of 70 pounds or more regularly, and lift weights of 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Must work in cramped or high places.
• Must carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: One or more years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally.

Benefits

• Flight benefits - exclusive travel privileges for employee and family.
• Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match after 30 days for full-time employees.
• Exclusive discounts and wellness programs.

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