Airport Ramp Agent - CRW

Avature; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a role that involves loading and unloading aircraft, safeguarding customer baggage, and operating various motorized equipment. This position requires physical stamina and effective communication skills, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments. With competitive wages, flight benefits, and comprehensive health insurance, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in the aviation sector. Join a team committed to safety and excellence while enjoying the perks of working in a vibrant industry.

Benefits

Flight benefits

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Exclusive discounts

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a local resident with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift heavy items and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards customer baggage and air cargo from damage.
• Operates pushback equipment and maintains safety.
• Completes paperwork and enters data into the system.

Skills

Effective verbal and radio communication skills

Professional communication

Ability to lift 70 pounds

Ability to pass drug screening

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Motorized equipment operation

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 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.
9. Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of the role and candidate's skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a local (in-state) resident.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and a background check up to 10 years.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• 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 40-50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Physical ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Capability to work in cramped or elevated spaces and 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.
• Flight benefits, competitive wages with daily access to earned wages, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Exclusive discounts and wellness programs.

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