Overnight Express Cargo Ramp Agent

Swissport; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Swissport is seeking an Overnight Express Cargo Ramp Agent in Chicago. The role involves essential ground support duties in a fast-paced aviation environment, including loading and unloading cargo, compliance with safety regulations, and operation of ground support equipment. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for full-time employees.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience a plus.
• Good command of the English language both verbal and written.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Unload air cargo and prepare it for delivery.
• Marshal aircraft during arrival and departure.
• Inspect ramp areas for safety compliance.

Skills

Communication

Health & Safety awareness

Ability to work in inclement weather

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Overview

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple - “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

Overview

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple - “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show you care, Do the right things and Win as a team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various airports across the country.

Job Summary

Cargo Ramp Express provides all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer to include but not be limited to loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $18.65/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

• Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
• Unload air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
• Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
• Deliver air cargo to appropriate recipient
• Drive and/or operate ground support equipment to include tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies and passenger vans.
• Prepare and palletize cargo as needed
• Service aircraft water and lavatories
• Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
• Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Your profile

• Previous ramp experience a plus
• Good command of the English language both verbal and written
• Valid driver's license
• Good communication skills
• Language skills
• Must be able to work in inclement weather
• Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Excellent Health & Safety awareness
• Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)
  
  

What We Offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
  
  

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.comto learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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