Airport Ramp Agent — Baggage & Cargo Handler

Delta Air Lines; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Profit sharing

401(k) with company contributions

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Flight privileges

Job summary

Delta Air Lines is seeking an entry-level Ramp Agent in Minneapolis to lift, load, and guide baggage and cargo, while ensuring on-time connections for aircraft. You will operate ground equipment and baggage scanners, with safety and efficiency at the core of daily tasks.

Shifts vary from early morning to overnight, with 20–40 hours per week based on seniority. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are provided along with flight privileges.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in English.
• Pass a physical ability test (PAT). You can prepare for the PAT by watching this video.
• Must wear required company-approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include, but not limited to: hearing protection, safety-toe footwear, protective headwear (bump cap or hard hat), and high visibility safety apparel subject to an approved accommodation, such as alternate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift, load, unload, and transport baggage, mail, and cargo to and from aircraft, in addition to being responsible for timely connections by guiding incoming and departing aircraft from the gate positions.
• Safeguard Cargo, baggage, and mail from damage, loss, and weather.
• Safely driving and operating ground equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, and tow tractors in areas of congestion.
• Operate baggage scanners and computers to ensure baggage is routed accurately to the customer's destination.

Skills

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Delta Air Lines is seeking an entry-level Ramp Agent in Minneapolis to lift, load, and guide baggage and cargo, while ensuring on-time connections for aircraft. You will operate ground equipment and baggage scanners, with safety and efficiency at the core of daily tasks.

Shifts vary from early morning to overnight, with 20–40 hours per week based on seniority. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are provided along with flight privileges.