(ORF) Part-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express, Inc.; Norfolk (CO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Discounted travel for family

Career growth

Job summary

United Ground Express, at ORF Norfolk International Airport in Virginia, seeks a frontline handler to load and service flights. This role requires lifting up to 70 lbs, operating tugs and belt loaders, and performing cabin and cargo area tasks in all weather.

You will read load sheets, coordinate with flight crews via radio, and ensure compliance with airline, TSA, DOT, and FAA regulations while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid state driver's license with clean record.
• Must obtain airport credentials including fingerprinting and badging.
• Pre-employment screening (drug, hearing, vision) may be required.
• Able to work any shift, including weekends and holidays; overtime may be required.
• Proficient with computers and mobile devices.
• Strong reading/writing/speaking English.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs repeatedly.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo up to 70 lbs throughout shift.
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading.
• Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying bags.
• Read load sheets, baggage tags, and cargo labels.
• Prepare aircraft for the next flight.
• Operate ground equipment such as tugs and belt loaders.
• Clean aircraft interior and service lavatories.
• Work outdoors in all temperatures.
• Communicate with team via radio devices.
• Ensure compliance with United, TSA, DOT and FAA regulations.

Job description

ORF Norfolk international Airport Virginia

Key responsibilities

• Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. throughout your shift
• May require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading operations
• Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage
• Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft
• Drive ground equipment such as tugs to help the plane push in/out of the gate, belt loaders to help load baggage, and bag carts to deliver baggage
• Cleaning of the interior of the aircraft, clean and service aircraft lavatories
• Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
• Prepping and securing the aircraft for the next flight
• Use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew
• Ensure compliance with United, TSA, DOT and FAA regulations and policies
• Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

Qualifications and minimum requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Must acquire and maintain credentials vital for the position including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check
• Successful completion of pre-employment process which may include but not be limited to; drug screen, hearing and vision check
• Available to work any shift; day or night, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational need
• Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to perform a variety of physical activities including pushing, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in tight spaces
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

What we provide

• Competitive benefits
• Competitive wages
• Earned Paid Time off
• Discounted travel for you and your immediate family
• Career advancement opportunities

United Ground Express is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status (or any other protected category under applicable law).

ADA Specifications

• Ability to operate a computer to enter and retrieve data
• Ability to utilize radio equipment for communications
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs on a consistent basis
• Ability to pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to position qualifications.

Salary Range / Hourly Rate

$15.00