Aviation Ramp Agent: Ground Ops & Baggage Load

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is hiring Ramp Agents responsible for loading and unloading baggage, cargo, and mail, and guiding aircraft to and from gates while ensuring safe ground operations and timely service.

Requirements include being 18+, eligible to work in the United States, holding a valid driver’s license, English communication skills, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and readiness to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Pay is $16 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including use of IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload baggage, cargo, and mail onto aircraft with accuracy.
• Operate ground service equipment such as pushbacks, tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts.
• Read and analyze aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels.
• Marshal aircraft to and from gates.
• Ensure safe movement of aircraft on the ground.
• Follow standard operating procedures for ramp operations.
• Adapt to changing flight schedules and priorities.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is hiring Ramp Agents responsible for loading and unloading baggage, cargo, and mail, and guiding aircraft to and from gates while ensuring safe ground operations and timely service.

Requirements include being 18+, eligible to work in the United States, holding a valid driver’s license, English communication skills, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and readiness to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Pay is $16 USD per hour.