Driver $28.00 /HR + $1,250 Sign-on Bonus

Gate Gourmet; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Gate Gourmet in Seattle is seeking a motivated Customer Service Representative to load galley equipment onto trucks, drive to aircraft, and unload cargo. This role requires physical work, strict adherence to safety guidelines, and effective coordination with airline teams.

You must be 21 or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and be willing to work any shift. A WA driver’s license and, if required, a customs seal may apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Up to one year of work experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and write to complete required forms; communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Loads galley equipment onto the truck.
• Drives the truck to the aircraft.
• Unloads galley equipment off the truck.
• Follows customer guidelines and safety regulations.
• Interacts with airline representatives at the aircraft.
• Communicates by radio to supervisors and dispatchers.
• Performs Truck Pre-Trip Inspections as required.
• Works as a member of a team.
• Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management.

Skills

Communication

Reading & Writing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WA Driver's license

Customs Seal (where required)

Job description

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. A Customer Service Representative (CSR) is responsible for loading galley equipment onto a truck, driving the truck to aircrafts, and unloading the equipment.

Compensation & Competitive benefits that let you see the world:

• Starting rate: $28.00/hr
• Sign-on Bonus: $1,250 (paid after successful completion of 90 days of employment)

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads galley equipment onto the truck
• Drives the truck to the aircraft
• Unloads galley equipment off the truck
• All activities must be accomplished according to customer guidelines and while adhering to safety regulations
• Interacts with the airline representatives at the aircraft
• Communicates by radio to supervisors and dispatchers
• Performs Truck Pre-Trip Inspections as required
• Follows directions
• Works as a member of a team
• Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Shifts: MUST BE AVAILABLE TO ANY AND ALL SHIFTS

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Work Experience: Up to one-year experience preferred
• Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) Current WA driver's license Some locations may require a Customs Seal from local airport authority
• Language / Communication Skills: Must be able to read and write to complete required forms Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers

Requirements of the Job

• Work assigned schedule which may vary and could include weekends and holidays
• Works overtime when required
• Arrives to work on-time
• Completes paperwork and related administrative duties
• Must comply with Company Policies

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to seventy-five (75) pounds
• Must be able to work at heights up to 25 feet or more depending upon aircraft.
• Regularly stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours
• Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise
• Majority of duties performed outside in all weather conditions
• This is a physically demanding position

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

Drug-Free Workplace

• Fla. Stat. § 440.102.
• (3)(a) One time only, before testing, the employer shall give all employees and job applicants for employment a written policy statement.
• (10)(c) An employer shall include notice of drug testing on vacancy announcements for positions for which drug testing is required. A notice of the employer’s drug-testing policy must also be posted in an appropriate and conspicuous location on the employer’s premises, and copies of the policy must be made available for inspection by the employees or job applicants of the employer during regular business hours in the employer’s personnel office or other suitable locations.

gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents.

We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force.

We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment.

For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.