Baggage Lead Agent

Menzies Aviation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking a proactive Baggage Lead Agent to supervise outbound bag room operations and assist with loading and unloading luggage on commercial aircraft. This role demands hands-on leadership, safety awareness, and the ability to coordinate with ground crews to ensure on-time departures.

You’ll drive small commercial vehicles, manage weight and balance tasks, and uphold company safety standards while supporting baggage agents in a fast-paced aviation environment at our Denver

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs Seal.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the movement of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, outbound bag room, and terminals.
• Operate and drive small specialized commercial vehicles.
• Supervise the outbound bag room and assist Baggage Agents to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Read and complete aircraft weight and balance load sheets, labeling and routing tags.
• Ensure load safety, integrity, and compliance with company/Carrier standards.

Skills

Valid US driver's license

English proficiency

Heavy lifting 70lbs

Weather adaptability

Background check readiness

Drug screen readiness

Job description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The Baggage Lead Agent responsibility is supervising the outbound bag room, along with the unloading and loading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircrafts. The Lead Baggage Agent will also drive and operate small specialized commercial vehicles. This position will require heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching.

What you will be doing

• Lead and participate in the movement of safely and continuously lifting/moving 70lbs of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, outbound bag room, airport terminals, air cargo facilities, and other aircraft
• Frequent bending, stretching push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations
• Operate motorized equipment
• Read, interpret and complete aircraft weight and balance load sheets, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, baggage and cargo routing tags
• Responsible for safe receipt and dispatch of assigned flights, which includes load integrity and safety compliance
• Assist Baggage Agents in their assigned areas to ensure Agents are performing their duties in a professional, safe and efficient manner, according to Company/Carriers standards

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess valid US driver's license with a clean driving record
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role.