Part- Time Wheelchair Attendant - RIC Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services is seeking a Part-Time Wheelchair Attendant at Richmond International Airport (RIC). The role focuses on assisting passengers with mobility, transporting them through terminals, and ensuring safety and comfort. The team emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced airport environment.

Rate is $12.77 USD per hour. Benefits include 401(k) with matching, health/dental/vision and life insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Able to access and interpret information on devices (IPads/Tablets, Computers, Mobile).
• Able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Eligible to obtain required credentials/clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, etc.).
• Evening/night/weekend/holiday shifts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist passengers with mobility needs and transfers to/from aircraft seating using appropriate devices.
• Push wheelchair passengers to gates and between airport locations.
• Help passengers with luggage (checked, carry-on, claimed).
• Guide wheelchair passengers down jet bridges safely.
• Ensure wheelchair brakes are properly applied before exit.
• Complete reports regarding wheelchairs or incidents.
• Follow dispatcher gate orders; address passenger questions promptly.
• Maintain punctual attendance and uphold PrimeFlight service standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

18 years or older

English communication

background check

drug screen

FAA credentials readiness

flexible shifts

Job description

Part- Time Wheelchair Attendant - RIC Airport

Job Category: Airport Operations

Requisition Number: WHEEL017875

• Posted : October 22, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $12.77 USD per hour

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Description

BE THE REASON SOMEONE TRAVELS WITH EASE, BECOME AWHEELCHAIR ATTENDANT TODAY!

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities?If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Wheelchair Attendant is essential to ensuring the smooth navigation and comfort of passengers within the airport environment. Responsibilities include assisting passengers to and from different airport locations, handling wheelchair equipment with care, and prioritizing passenger safety. The role requires strong communication skills and a dedication to providing exceptional customer service to individuals with diverse needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely and comfortably assist passengers requiring mobility support in transferring to and from an aircraft seat using appropriate devices
• Push wheelchair passengers to and from airport gates
• Assist passengers with handling checked, carry-on, and claimed luggage
• Safely guide passengers in wheelchairs down the jet bridge
• Ensure the proper placement of wheel brakes before passengers exit the wheelchair
• Complete necessary reports regarding wheelchairs or incidents
• Adhere to dispatcher gate orders
• Address passengers' questions or concerns with prompt and helpful assistance
• Demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including theuseofelectronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to beflexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above is representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONSMAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walkingin an indoor/outdoor environmentas applicable
• Must be able to reach witharms and grasp withhands
• Must be able to push, pull
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of thearms,wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatialrelationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc.is proudto be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc.without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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