Ramp Agent

Swissport International AG; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in the aviation industry as a Ramp Agent! This role involves essential ground support services, ensuring smooth operations for aircraft arrivals and departures. You'll handle baggage, operate ground support equipment, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll experience the thrill of aviation while contributing to a better customer experience. If you're flexible, safety-conscious, and ready to take on the challenges of the aviation world, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a team that values diversity and teamwork, and help connect the world of aviation!

Qualifications

• Previous ramp experience is a plus.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Provide under-wing ground support services including loading/unloading baggage.
• Drive and operate ground support equipment for aircraft servicing.

Skills

Communication Skills

English Language Proficiency

Health & Safety Awareness

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Flexibility to Work Various Shifts

Education

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Ground Support Equipment

Job description

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 locations across the globe.

Job Summary

Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $17/hr.

Your activities

1. Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
2. Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
3. Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated location
4. Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
5. Deliver passenger luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system
6. Deliver air cargo to appropriate recipient
7. 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.
8. Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs and child strollers onto aircraft
9. Service aircraft water and lavatories
10. Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
11. Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
12. Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
13. Other duties as assigned

Your profile

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

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.

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