AS Ramp Agent

Menzies Aviation LATAM; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Health plans through Maritain Health

Dental plans through Delta Dental

Vision insurance through Met Life

Job summary

Menzies Aviation LATAM in Miami, FL is seeking a ramp agent to handle loading, guiding and moving cargo and baggage between aircraft and terminals. The role requires physical stamina, outdoor work in varying weather, and strict adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include lifting up to 70 lbs continuously, operating motorized equipment, and reading loading manifests and tags. Flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must have pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously.
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must have current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals.
• Prior Ramp experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and adapt to changing tasks
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and adapt to changing tasks
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience
• Must have pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test
• Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English proficiently
• Must have current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays
• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals
• Prior Ramp experience a plus

Benefits

• Advancement Opportunities
• Health Plans through Maritain Health that offer a variety of coverage
• Dental Plans through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance Plan through Met Life Vision
• Paid Vacation / Sick (fulltime employees)
• Critical Illness Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage Plan
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401K Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prepaid Legal Coverage Plan
• Identity Theft Protection Plan
• Pet Discount Coverage and Pet Insurance Plan