Airport Ramp Specialist - Ground Support Pro

Alliance Ground International; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical / dental / vision insurance

Free uniforms

Free on-the-job training

Company-matched 401(k)

Employee assistance program

Travel discounts

Job summary

Alliance Ground International (AGI) seeks a Ramp Agent to support ground handling for flights in a fast-paced aviation setting. You will guide aircraft, load/unload baggage and cargo, operate ground equipment, and ensure safety and timeliness of operations.

Requirements include 18+, a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Comprehensive AGI benefits apply, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma, GED, or work experience equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• If work location is in the United States, must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• If work location is in Canada, must have authorization to work in Canada as defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) of 2001.
• Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.
• If required by customer or role access, be able to secure a Customs Seal through the respective governing agency.
• Preferred Qualifications - One+ year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide inbound/outbound airplanes to and from the gate.
• Transport, lift, load/unload, sort and transfer passenger baggage, cargo, and mail material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loader, or baggage carts in a safe manner.
• Safeguards customer baggage, air cargo, airmail from weather, loss, theft, damage and/or destruction.
• Clean aircraft passenger cabins between flights and stock aircraft with needed supplies.
• Operate heavy equipment such as pushback equipment and maintain visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure the equipment is free of any danger.
• Operate and/or drive motorized equipment, such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, push back tugs, bag cart, lavatory cart, and deicers; or manually push and pull push carts and containers.Operate equipment to move luggage and cargo, tow planes between gates, and refill water tanks and lavatories.
• Receive and record customer baggage, air freight, mail, and company materials as required.
• Pick up, deliver, and transport cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, which could include wheelchairs, strollers, live animals, and other vital property of passengers, and prepare records in connection with these responsibilities.
• Complete paperwork and forms connected with work assignments pertaining to procedures and enter data into company's information system as required.
• Follow company procedures and protocols to ensure we are always operating in a safe and responsible manner.
• Complete all training when required by company, airport governing authority, or customer when required.
• Be on time, be prepared, and be safe. Be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Good Communication Skills

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alliance Ground International (AGI) seeks a Ramp Agent to support ground handling for flights in a fast-paced aviation setting. You will guide aircraft, load/unload baggage and cargo, operate ground equipment, and ensure safety and timeliness of operations.

Requirements include 18+, a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Comprehensive AGI benefits apply, with training provided.