Airport Ramp Agent (Alaska)-HNL PT

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a role that involves the safe handling of customer aircraft and baggage. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will operate various equipment and ensure the safety and security of air cargo. Ideal candidates will be local residents with strong communication skills and the ability to lift heavy items. Enjoy competitive wages, flight privileges, and comprehensive benefits as you contribute to a vital aspect of air travel. If you are ready to take on a physically engaging role in a supportive team, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Flight Privileges

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Insurance

401k with Company Match

Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be a local resident with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift heavy items and work in high spaces.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards customer baggage and air cargo from loss or damage.
• Operates motorized equipment for baggage handling.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Motorized Equipment

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 pushback area is safe.
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 skill and experience level expected 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 and a background check (up to 10 years).
• At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the U.S.
• 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 to lift 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 and carry heavy items up/down stairs.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One+ year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Additional benefits include flight privileges, competitive wages, paid holidays and time off, comprehensive insurance, 401k with company match, and discounts.

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