Ramp Agent - Cargo Services

Menzies Aviation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking a Ramp Agent to unload/load luggage and cargo from aircraft, operate small vehicles, and keep working areas safe. The role requires lifting up to 70 lbs, reading loading instructions, and complying with FBI background and customs security checks.

You will work in shifts across days and nights, with physical duties and a strong emphasis on safety and security procedures. Prior ramp experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs repetitively.
• Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs Seal.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lift/move 70 lbs of cargo and baggage on/off aircraft and between locations.
• Frequent bending, stretching, pushing/pulling, stacking, kneeling in confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment and small specialized vehicles.
• Read/interpret loading instructions, weighing labels, manifests, and routing tags.
• Conduct physical search of aircraft interiors/exteriors to detect prohibited items and security risks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting 70 lbs

Reading loading manifests

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

US driver\'s license

Job description

Overview

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 of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, in the outbound bag room and the baggage claim area as well as safe and efficient cleaning of aircraft cabins. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching and frequent kneeling.

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:

• 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 and small specialized commercial vehicles
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Conduct physical search of empty interiors and accessible exterior of the aircraft to detect prohibited
  articles and unlawful interferences that may jeopardize the security of the aircraft.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*Shift: M-S (Days/nights)*

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
• Must have high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal

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.