Ramp Agent

Cape Air; West Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An airline company located in West Barnstable is seeking seasonal ground handling staff from April to October 2026. Responsibilities include boarding customers and luggage onto aircraft, communicating with pilots and operations, and monitoring planes on the ground. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs. The position may require night and weekend work, with a possibility of transitioning to year-round work.

Qualifications

• Airline work experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license required if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Boarding of customers and luggage onto aircraft.
• Communicating with pilots and ticket agents.
• Monitoring movements of planes on the ground.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Flexibility of schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for seasonal help from April 1st 2026 to October 31st 2026, with potential to transition to year‑round at the end of the season.

Responsibilities

• The safe boarding of customers and luggage onto aircraft and monitoring movements of planes while on the ground
• Communicating with pilots, operations and ticket agents in a clear and concise manner
• Communicating with TSA and the local LEO concerning the security of flights and passengers
• Loading and off loading of passengers in a safe and courteous way
• Accurate and clear marshalling of aircraft with good hand signals
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and handling of hazardous materials
• Accurate communication via radio to all pilots, operations and fellow employees
• Knowledge of SIDA areas and ability to challenge unknown persons
• Knowledge of firearm procedures
• Maintaining customer relations
• Safe operation of ground equipment
• Ability to carry out de‑ice procedures
• Accurate addition of baggage weight
• Drive the passenger shuttle bus, if applicable to station
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Airline work experience preferred
• Airline reservation system experience preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• If location requires any type of driving such as baggage delivery, fueling, etc., applicant must hold and maintain a driver’s license valid in that location
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Basic computer skills required
• Excellent communication and excellent customer service skills required
• Ability to interact effectively with others
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Flexibility of schedule is a must
• This position will often require working nights, weekends and holidays
• Must exhibit exceptional knowledge of Cape Air and must embody the Cape Air MOCHA HAGoTDI spirit