Airport Ramp Agent: Baggage & Ground Ops Pro

United Ground Express, Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned Paid Time off

Discounted travel for you and your imm

Immediate family

Job summary

United Ground Express, Inc. at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is hiring for baggage handler roles.

The position offers an hourly wage of $16.50 and requires lifting up to 70 lbs, outdoor work in all weather, and strict adherence to airline and FAA regulations. Responsibilities include loading/unloading cargo, operating ground support equipment, reading load sheets, and maintaining safety while preparing aircraft for the next flight.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Must acquire and maintain credentials including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check.
• Successful completion of pre-employment process which may include but not be limited to drug screen, hearing and vision check.
• Available to work any shift; day or night, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational need.
• Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies.
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lift baggage and cargo weighing up to 70 lbs throughout shift.
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading operations.
• Drive ground equipment to help the plane push in/out of the gate and load baggage.
• Clean the interior of the aircraft and service lavatories.
• Read and interpret aircraft load sheets and baggage/cargo labels.
• Prepare and secure the aircraft for the next flight.
• Ensure compliance with United and FAA regulations and policies.
• Use radio devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew.
• Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Computer literacy

Radio communication

Outdoor work

Team coordination

Reading/writing English

Lift 70 lbs

Sponsorship eligibility

Job description

United Ground Express, Inc. at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is hiring for baggage handler roles.

The position offers an hourly wage of $16.50 and requires lifting up to 70 lbs, outdoor work in all weather, and strict adherence to airline and FAA regulations. Responsibilities include loading/unloading cargo, operating ground support equipment, reading load sheets, and maintaining safety while preparing aircraft for the next flight.