Aviation Ramp Agent: Ground Support & Marshalling Pro

Swissport; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Swissport is a global aviation services leader providing ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services. The Ramp Agent role offers frontline support under-wing, including loading/unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, and servicing aircraft as part of a multi-location team.

The position pays $19/hr with full-time benefits, including health and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have good command of English, spoken and written.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ramp experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather and on varied shifts.
• Be able to lift up to 70 pounds (32 kg) safely.

Responsibilities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Unload passenger luggage and air cargo onto carts or dollies.
• Unload wheelchairs and strollers to designated areas.
• Provide handling of luggage/cargo as required.
• Deliver luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyors.
• Deliver air cargo to the appropriate recipient.
• Operate ground support equipment (tow tractors, loaders, power units, etc.).
• Load mail, live animals, wheelchairs, and strollers onto aircraft.
• Service aircraft water and lavatories.
• Inspect ramp areas for debris and remove it as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervision.
• Comply with all security requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Ramp experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Weather resilience

Shift flexibility

Heavy lifting

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Swissport is a global aviation services leader providing ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services. The Ramp Agent role offers frontline support under-wing, including loading/unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, and servicing aircraft as part of a multi-location team.

The position pays $19/hr with full-time benefits, including health and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.