Ramp Agent Part Time

Menzies Aviation; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Uniform Provided

Job summary

Menzies Aviation at Tampa International Airport, Florida, is seeking a ramp agent to safely load and move cargo and baggage. You will lift up to 70 lbs, operate motorized equipment, and follow weight and balance instructions in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Requirements include 18+, high school diploma or GED (or 6 months ramp experience), ability to pass pre-employment drug test, valid driver’s license, and willingness to work variable shifts. Training is provided and uniforms are supplied.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED or six months ramp experience.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Capable of lifting up to 70 lbs continuously.
• Must speak/read/write English proficiently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no recent violations.
• Willing to work variable shifts, including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Physical endurance

English proficiency

Driver's license

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Tampa International Airport, Florida

Pay: $16.00/hour

• $0.50 pay increases at 180 days
• $0.50 pay increase at 360 days
• $0.50 increase at 2 years
• Paid Training
• Uniform Provided

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 driver’s 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.

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.

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

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