ANC Ramp Agent - Part Time

Swissport; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Swissport is hiring Ramp Agents in Anchorage to provide under-wing ground support, including loading/unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, and servicing aircraft. The role requires physical fitness, the ability to work in varying shifts, and compliance with safety standards.

The expected pay rate is $18.00/hour. Applicants should have a valid driver's license, good communication skills, and the ability to work in inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Language skills may be required.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays).
• Excellent Health & Safety awareness.
• Lift heavy objects up to 70 pounds (32 kilograms).

Responsibilities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload luggage and cargo onto carts/dollies.
• Deliver luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor.
• Operate ground support equipment (tow tractors, belt loaders, etc.).
• Service aircraft water and lavatories; inspect ramp for debris.
• Report equipment malfunctions and follow safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ramp experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Weather resilience

Shift flexibility

Health & safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Job description

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

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.

Eligibility Requirement: Candidates who are currently employed by Hallmark Aviation Services are not eligible for consideration for this position.

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)

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.