Ramp Agent/Baggage Handler - Part time

Menzies Aviation; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the airline sector is seeking dedicated Ramp Agents to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe loading and unloading of cargo and baggage, ensuring the highest standards of safety and security. Candidates must be physically fit, capable of lifting heavy loads, and comfortable working in various weather conditions. This position offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for advancement, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to build a career in aviation. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy teamwork, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Advancement Opportunities

Health Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid US driver's license.
• Ability to lift 70lbs repeatedly and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cargo and baggage onto aircraft safely.
• Transport cargo and baggage between aircraft and terminals.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to learn quickly

Ability to work as part of a team

Basic math calculations

Education

High School

Tools

Motorized equipment

Job description

Great News!

Are you looking for a career within the Airline Industry? Do you want to work in a fun, challenging and fast-paced environment?

Join Menzies Aviation and be part of our family!

As a member of the Menzies Aviation Ramp Agent Team, you will be responsible for loading and unloading cargo and baggage, as well as driving small commercial vehicles in a safe and timely manner. You will be required to maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70lbs of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft.
• Frequent bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, stacking, squatting, and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Transport (Drive) cargo and baggage between aircraft, airport terminals, and air cargo facilities.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Ensure 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.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess valid US driver's license.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Required: Must have open availability to work any shift, holidays, weekends, days and nights.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively.
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal.
• Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred).
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work at heights up to forty (40) feet.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to build relationships.

Benefits

• Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor.
• Three Health Plans through Meritain Health that offer a variety of coverage.
• Two Dental Plans through Delta Dental.
• Vision Insurance Plan through Met Life Vision.
• Paid Vacation.
• Accident Coverage Plan.
• Critical Illness Coverage Plan.
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage Plan.
• Company Paid Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401K Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Prepaid Legal Coverage Plan.
• Identity Theft Protection Plan.
• Pet Discount Coverage and Pet Insurance Plan.
• Uniform Provided.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, high voltages, and high hydraulic/pneumatic pressures. The employee is also frequently exposed to very loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles, and hazardous substances, materials, or waste. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear.

An employee may also engage in debris removal which involves lifting, bending, and stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications Education

Preferred

High School.

Behaviors

Required

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group.

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

DRIVERS LICENSE

Preferred

EMPLOYEE BADGE

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.