Ramp Agent

Menzies Aviation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company is seeking candidates for cargo handling positions. This role requires physical strength to move baggage and cargo, as well as compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Work is primarily outdoors, with flexible shifts available including weekends and holidays. Applicants must be able to pass medical tests and background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass pre-employment medical and drug testing.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move cargo and baggage on and off aircraft.
• Ensure safe operations per health and safety standards.
• Read and interpret loading manifests and hazardous material labels.

Skills

Ability to lift 70 lbs

Reading and interpreting instructions

Operation of motorized equipment

Flexibility for variable shifts

Proficient in English

Job description

• Comfortably and continuously, lift / move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching push / pulling, stacking and kneeling in small confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security and all government statutory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Qualifications :

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass pre-employment medical.
• Must pass Drug testing.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English proficiently.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors, must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must pass driver’s test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver’s license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA).
• Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal.