Lead Ramp Agent

Menzies-Aviation-; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking a Ramp Agent to support ground service operations at Melbourne, FL. You will perform loading/unloading of baggage, connect power units, marshal aircraft and assist with water and lavatory servicing, under supervision.

The role requires attendance, the ability to work variable shifts including weekends/holidays, English literacy, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess/maintain a valid Driver’s License and FAA identification/seals.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must be available for variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Work is indoors and outdoors; able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform line service activities as assigned.
• Coordinate with Passenger Service Agents and Ground Service Supervisor.
• Load/unload baggage, connect power units, position passenger stairs, replenish water, and service lavatories.
• Provide air start and air conditioning.
• Connect tow bars and tugs for pushback or towing aircraft.
• Communicate with ground crew and flight crew via headset/radio.
• Maintain clean ramp area and equipment.
• Check in baggage as required.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Assist in scheduling of employees.

Skills

Ground service operations

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Flexible scheduling

Communication

Job description

Melbourne, FL | MLB
Melbourne, FL 32901, USA

Description

Job Purpose Summary:

Responsible for line service activities for a given area as assigned by the Ground Service Supervisor. When workload requires, acts as Ground Service Representative.

Primary Accountabilities and Duties:

• Comply with the Location’s attendance/tardiness standards.
• Responsible for monitoring Ground service activities as assigned by the Ground Service Supervisor. This includes coordination with Passenger Service Agents.
• Performs all essential duties of Ramp Agents such as loading and unloading of baggage, choking of aircraft, connecting electrical power units to aircraft, position passenger stair to aircraft, replenishing water supply and servicing of lavatories.
• Provides air start and air-conditioning.
• Connects tow bar and tug for push back or towing aircraft.
• Operates headset/radio to provide communication between ground crew and flight crew and tower.
• Cleans ramp area and ground equipment.
• Checks in baggage as required.
• Knows and complies with all safety procedures.
• Assists in scheduling of employees.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Posess/maintain a valid Driver’s License and other FAA required identification/seals.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including, weekends and holidays.
• Work is done indoors and outdoors – must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Able to continuously lift, push and pull up to 70 lbs.

Behaviors

• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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