Ramp Agent Driving (Delta VPS)

Avature; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Aircraft Service Agents. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe handling of customer baggage and cargo, while operating essential equipment to facilitate smooth operations at the airport. This position offers competitive pay, flight benefits, and comprehensive medical coverage, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in the aviation sector. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about providing exceptional service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flight benefits for employees and families

Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages

Paid holidays and time off

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Exclusive discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a local resident and at least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards baggage and cargo from loss or damage.
• Operates equipment to load/unload aircraft safely.
• Completes paperwork and enters data into the system.

Skills

Effective verbal and radio communication skills

Professional communication

Ability to lift and carry heavy items

Ability to work in cramped or high places

Education

High School diploma or GED

One+ year of relevant experience

Tools

Motorized equipment (belt loaders, lift trucks, etc.)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft.
• Safeguards customers' baggage, air cargo, and airmail from weather, loss, theft, damage, and/or destruction.
• Lifts, loads/unloads, sorts, and transfers passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, or baggage carts safely.
• Operates pushback equipment and maintains visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure safety.
• Receives and records customer baggage, airfreight, mail, and company materials as required.
• Picks up, delivers, and transports cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, and prepares related records.
• Operates and/or drives motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; or manually pushes and pulls carts and containers.
• Completes paperwork and forms related to work assignments and enters data into the company's information system as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the skill and experience level expected for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a local (in-state) resident.
• Valid In-State Driver's License.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to pass a background check up to 10 years.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorization to work in the United States as per the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Completion of ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move items weighing 70 pounds or more regularly, and lift weights of 40-50 pounds on raised surfaces.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Ability to work in cramped or high places.
• Ability to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One+ year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
• Professional communication in person and via radio.
• Flight benefits and exclusive travel privileges for employees and their families.
• Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match after 30 days, contributing 9% of salary for full-time employees.
• Exclusive discounts and wellness programs.

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