Aviation Cargo Ramp Operator

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

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.