Airport Ramp Agent - MLI FT

Unifi Aviation, LLC; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight Privileges after 30 days

Weekly pay for hourly employees

Full-time starts at 30 hours per week

Paid time off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k

Discounts and wellness programs

Job summary

Unifi Aviation, LLC is seeking team players to marshal aircraft on the ramp, load and unload baggage, and operate ramp equipment. Paid training is provided, and full-time roles include benefits after 30 days.

The position requires safety compliance, lifting up to 70 lbs, and willingness to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends. Join a company with flight privileges after 30 days for employees and eligible family members, plus a 401k, medical/dental/vision coverage, and weekly pay

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to obtain credentials as required.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Marshall arriving, departing, and towed aircraft on the ramp.
• Load, unload, and sort passenger baggage and freight into aircraft bins or carts.
• Operate ramp equipment such as bag tugs, belt loaders and tow tractors.
• Assist with cabin service duties and maintain safety and security procedures.
• Report hazards and incidents per company policy and perform inspections as required.

Skills

Aircraft marshalling

Ramp operations

Baggage handling

Safety procedures

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Bag tugs

Belt loaders

Aircraft tow tractors

De-icing equipment

Job description

Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.

We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners.

No experience is required. Paid training is provided for all new employees. Join our team and see where the flight benefits can take you.

Job Summary:

Responsible for marshalling aircraft in and out of gate, loading, unloading and sorting baggage. Also responsible for cleaning the aircraft, restocking items, de-icing aircraft, carrying out inspections, hazard checks. Operate ramp equipment such as stairs and bridges.

• Flight Privileges: Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
• Weekly pay for hourly employees (could change it specific to the state e.g. CA)
• Full time starts at 30 hours per week!
• Paid time off (for full-time employees).
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (for full-time employees).
• 401k for all employees.
• Exclusive discounts and additional wellness programs.

Job Duties:

• Marshall all arriving, departing, and towed aircraft on the ramp.
• Perform wing walker duties to protect the aircraft wing from equipment in the path of pushback and de-ice aircraft as required.
• Load, unload, sort and transfer passenger baggage, airmail, freight and company material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders or baggage carts.
• Operate ramp equipment like bag tugs, belt loaders, aircraft tow tractors, water servicing vehicles, and lavatory servicing vehicles.
• May be assigned cabin service duties like servicing the aircraft, cleaning lavatories and cabin, restocking supplies, and other items.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill, experience and, capabilities expected for this position.
• Complete work in a safe and secure manner, following company safety and operational standards
• Immediately report safety and security incidents as well as potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to frequently lift, greater than 70lbs and constantly lift up to 70 lbs; Constantly push, pull up to 70 lbs; and constantly walk, stand, reach above shoulder, climb, crawl, stoop, squat, kneel, & bend.

Working conditions:

• Must be able to work in rotating shifts and hours, nights, weekends and holidays, overtime.
• Must be able and open to work in outside weather conditions which may include severe seasonal elements.

Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.