ATL - Cargo Ramp Agent Part Time

Swissport International AG; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Swissport International AG, a global aviation services provider, is hiring a Cargo Ramp Agent in Atlanta to perform under-wing ground support: loading/unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, and related duties.

The role requires valid driver’s license, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and flexibility to work varied shifts; prior ramp experience is a plus. You will operate ground equipment, ensure safety, and maintain security requirements while delivering reliable service to customers.

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to communicate using multiple languages.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Flexibility to work on days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds (32 kg).

Responsibilities

• Marshal aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload luggage and cargo onto carts and dollies.
• Handle wheelchairs and strollers and deliver to designated locations.
• Operate ground support equipment (tow tractors, loaders, etc.).
• Deliver bags and cargo to appropriate recipients.
• Inspect ramp areas for debris and clean up.
• Report equipment malfunctions.
• Comply with security requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Good communication skills

Language skills

Ability to work in inclement weather

Lift 70 pounds

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

Cargo Ramp Agent provides all necessary and required under‑wing ground support services as contracted by the customer to include but not be limited to loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $16.50/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 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 www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!