Airport Ramp Agent- Fort Wayne, IN

Avature; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking airport ground handling personnel in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role involves ensuring the safe loading and unloading of aircraft while maintaining effective communication and following strict safety protocols. Ideal candidates will be able to lift heavy items and possess a valid driver's license. Join a dynamic team with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Flight benefits and travel privileges for employees and families

Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 3% company match after 30 days

Exclusive discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a local resident with a valid in-state driver's license.
• Capable of lifting heavy items regularly and working in confined spaces.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, and services customer aircraft.
• Safeguards baggage and cargo from damage and destruction.
• Operates motorized equipment and completes paperwork.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Professional communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Monday through Sunday, A.M. shift starting at 04:00 am.

Requirements and Description

This job involves working in a picture-in-picture mode (opens a new window). Additional options include liking, sharing, and adjusting settings such as quality and speed. The role is primarily focused on airport ground handling responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft.
• Safeguards customers' baggage, air cargo, and mail from weather, loss, theft, damage, and destruction.
• Lifts, loads/unloads, sorts, and transfers passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company materials in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, or baggage carts safely.
• Operates pushback equipment and maintains visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure safety.
• Receives and records customer baggage, airfreight, mail, and company materials.
• Transports cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, and prepares related records.
• Operates and/or drives motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, baggage carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; manually pushes and pulls carts and containers when needed.
• Completes paperwork and enters data into the company's information system as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of the local state.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to pass a background check up to 10 years.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. as per the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Complete 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.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Capable of working in confined or elevated spaces.
• Ability to 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 all interactions.

Benefits

• Flight benefits and travel privileges for employees and their families.
• Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match after 30 days for full-time employees.
• Exclusive discounts and wellness programs.

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