Ramp Agent

Menzies Aviation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking a full-time Ramp Agent to join our team. You will help flights run on time by handling baggage and cargo, guiding aircraft to gates, and maintaining loading records.

Responsibilities include lifting up to 70 lbs, operating equipment, and following all safety and security procedures. Outdoor work and variable shifts are a regular part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED or six months ramp experience.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Capable of lifting up to 70 lbs continuously.
• Valid driver’s license with no violations in past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Move baggage and cargo to/from aircraft and ground support equipment.
• Read and follow weight, balance and loading instructions and manifests.
• Operate motorized equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate records of shipped goods and cargo movements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Drug test readiness

Flexible shifts

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams 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

Menzies Aviation is seeking a full‑time diligent Ramp Agent to join our Team. The Ramp Agent plays an important role in ensuring that flights run on time by maintaining detailed records of shipped goods, moving baggage and cargo from aircraft, and guiding aircraft to and from their gates.

What you will be doing

• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty while 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.

What we are looking for:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must be able to pass all pre‑employment testing, including a drug test.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously.
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must have a current drivers license with no violations over the past 5 years
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals.
• Prior ramp experience a plus.

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.

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