Ramp Agent

Simplicity Ground Services, LLC; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in the United States (Texas) is seeking a reliable baggage handler to load and unload luggage and cargo from aircraft, operate small vehicles, and maintain a safe work environment. The role requires physical fitness and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include data entry, baggage sortation, hazard checks, and compliant communication with the flight deck. A flexible schedule is required to support 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70 lbs repetitively.
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal.

Responsibilities

• On-load and off-load baggage manually or mechanically, in accordance with training.
• Input and process data and documentation for operations, including weather reporting.
• Undertake baggage sortation duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out area hazard checks and Head-set duties for flight deck communications.

Skills

English proficiency

US driver’s license

Lift 70 lbs

Education

High School or better

Job description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our team since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for unloading and loading luggage, freight, and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, in the outbound bag room and the baggage claim area. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching and frequent kneeling. Adheres to all standards, procedures ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols

This role requires you to maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.

What you will be doing:

• On-load and off-load baggage manually or mechanically, in accordance with the relevant training received.
• Gather, input and process all data and documentation necessary for the fulfilment of the success of the operation, by manual, automated or computerized systems, including weather reporting.
• Undertake all relevant baggage sortation duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out area hazard checks.
• Carry out Head-set duties, including communication with the flight deck, in accordance with the relevant training received.

*Must have a flexible schedule*

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the following job description for further information...

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintains valid US driver's license
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal

Would you like to see more detail on what we are looking for? Please see the following job description for further information

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

DRIVERS LICENSE

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