ATL - Cargo Ramp Agent Part Time

Swissport; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Job summary

Swissport, a global leader in aviation services, is hiring a Cargo Ramp Agent in Atlanta, GA. The role provides under-wing ground support including loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, and servicing aircraft on the ramp. Expected pay rate is $16.50/hour.

Applicants should have basic ramp experience, a valid driver's license, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather and shifts. Physical tasks may involve lifting up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications

• Ramp experience is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Good communication and language skills.
• Able to work in inclement weather.
• Flexible to work various shifts including nights and weekends.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Be able to lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Ramp experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Language skills

Weather resilience

Flexible shifts

Health & Safety awareness

Physical strength

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.”

Job Summary

Cargo Ramp Agent provides 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 $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.

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