Airport Ramp Agent - DTW (Spirit)

Avature; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking dedicated personnel to manage aircraft operations and baggage handling. Candidates must be able to lift heavy items, work in various conditions, and have effective communication skills. This role offers competitive pay, flight benefits, and comprehensive insurance.

Benefits

Flight benefits for employees and family

Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with a 3% company match

Exclusive discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the state.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, and services customer aircraft.
• Safeguards baggage and air cargo from damage.
• Operates motorized equipment for baggage handling.

Skills

Effective verbal and radio communication skills

Professional communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

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 area is clear and 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 scope of the position's skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the state.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to pass a background check covering up to 10 years.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Completion of ramp and SIDA training for airport security clearance.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 70 pounds or more regularly, and to lift weights of 40-50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Ability to work in cramped or elevated spaces.
• Ability to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One or more years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Professional communication in person and via radio.
• Flight benefits for employees and family.
• Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and 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.

Unifi is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.