ANC Ramp Agent - Part Time

Swissport International AG; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Swissport International AG is seeking Ramp Agents based in Anchorage, Alaska. The role involves marshalling aircraft, unloading luggage and air cargo, and providing essential ground support services. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a valid driver’s license.

The expected pay rate is $18.00/hour and requires flexibility for various shifts including evenings and weekends. Join us to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork and safety are paramount.

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo.
• Drive ground support equipment as needed.
• Report all equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Good communication skills

Flexible to work various shifts

Excellent health & safety awareness

Job description

Job Summary

Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under‑wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $18.00/hour.

Your activities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
• Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated location
• Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
• Deliver passenger luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system
• Deliver air cargo to appropriate recipient
• Drive and/or operate ground support equipment to include tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de‑icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies and passenger vans.
• Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs and child strollers onto aircraft
• Service aircraft water and lavatories
• Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
• Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Your profile

• Previous ramp experience is a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Good communication skills
• Language skills
• Must be able to work in inclement weather
• Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Excellent health & safety awareness
• Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)