Ground Operations Crew

JetBlue; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Ground Operations Crew members to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading customer baggage, operating essential ground service equipment, and ensuring a safe and efficient ramp environment. The position requires strong customer service skills and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. You will play a crucial role in preparing aircraft for departure while maintaining a positive attitude and adhering to safety standards. This opportunity offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to be part of a company that values safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Crewmember Stock Purchase Plan

Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage

Basic Life Insurance

Free Space Available Travel on JetBlue

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and fluent in English.
• Ability to handle objects up to 100 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload customer bags and operate ground service equipment.
• Assist customers with special needs and ensure safety.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Safety Orientation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld Radios

Ground Service Equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Position Title: Ground Operations Crew (BUF)

Position Summary

The Ground Operations Crew loads and unloads customer bags, operates ground service equipment which includes operation of motor vehicles, coordinates the servicing of arriving and departing aircraft, helps prepare aircraft cabin for departure, and assists with ramp service duties including waste disposal and re-servicing of aircraft. The Ground Operations Crew will also assist customers when needed and complies with any ad-hoc requests as needed. Individuals must be comfortable serving customers and proficient in using computers. Crewmembers must be prepared to work outdoors under various weather-related conditions.

Operate ground service equipment which includes motor vehicles, tugs, and elevated de-icing equipment

Services aircraft by operating ground service equipment (Potable water truck, ground power unit, tug, aircraft pushback, lavatory truck, deicing truck, etc.)

Works in a ramp environment

Tags, lifts, loads and unloads customer bags (in excess of 100 lbs) from baggage compartment of aircraft and baggage system

Helps prepare cabin for customer boarding and departure, which can include cleaning of seats, seat pockets, floor, galleys and lavatories

Assist customers with special needs, e.g. customers who need assistance in boarding

Guides aircraft to and from aircraft parking locations

Carry a handheld radio and communicate effectively with proper radio etiquette

Occasionally assist with loading and unloading mail, small packages and human remains

Ensure and maintain a safe environment and operation

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma

One (1) year of customer service or sales experience

Must be at least 18 years old

Complete fluency in written and spoken English

Must be able to adhere to JetBlue Uniform Policy Manual Standards

Able to travel and/or work variable hours, flexible shifts, including holidays and weekends

Able to follow safety guidelines

Able to perform under pressure and within fixed time constraints

Able to work in all types of weather conditions

Able to make occasional trips to other locations for training or temporary assignment

Must be able to give and receive verbal communication

Must be able to use handheld radios and headsets to communicate with the cockpit, dispatch, and other crewmembers

Maintaining a positive, good-natured attitude is essential

Ability to handle objects up to fifty (50) pounds frequently and/or seventy to one hundred (70-100) pounds occasionally with the assistance of other people or tools and be in a position where bending, crouching, kneeling is needed

Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge

Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance

Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets JetBlue Airways insurance standards

Candidates must complete an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics of Adaptability, Safety Orientation, and Teamwork using AI- or statistically-based scoring

Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)

Must pass a pre-employment drug test

Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located

Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

For internal candidates, good standing in attendance performance and safety

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite

Regular attendance and punctuality

Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice

Able to maintain a professional appearance

When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft

Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion, and Fun

Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards

Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))

Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls

Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities

The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment

Computer/Electronic Tablet and other office equipment

Ground service equipment

Handheld radios

Public Address System

Jet bridge and/or air stairs (Customer enplaning/deplaning equipment)

Free-standing computer kiosks used to identify and process Customer reservations

Light Emitting Diode (LED) screens and signs

Airport Ramp environment; the outdoor environment may present weather variations and elevated noise levels

Ability to work weekends or irregular shifts

Able to make occasional trips to other locations for training or temporary assignment

Subject to weather and elevated noise levels within airports

Ability to stand for an extended period of time

Physical Effort

Moderate physical activity required by handling objects up to fifty (50) pounds frequently and/or seventy to one hundred (70-100) pounds occasionally with the assistance of other people or tools and be in a position where bending, crouching, kneeling, etc. is needed.

Compensation

The base pay for this position starts at $16.96. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

JetBlue Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.