Ramp Service Agent: Fast-Paced Airport Operations

Alaska Airlines, Inc.; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Airlines in Sitka seeks a Ramp Service Agent to support below‑wing operations and keep flights moving safely. This union position requires strong teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Starting pay is $22.58 per hour with competitive Total Rewards including benefits and travel privileges. You’ll load luggage, marshal aircraft, and help maintain ramp areas while meeting security and attendance expectations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to get along with others.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, push, pull, reach and grasp multiple hours a day.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to adapt to performing work according to set procedures.
• Ability to anticipate needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work at a constant and quick pace outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to learn quickly and understand and interpret flight schedules and airline flight destination information.
• Must have good attendance and punctuality record.
• Depending upon your work location, you may be required to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Load and offload luggage and cargo with the use of conveyor belts or forklifts.
• Transport luggage and cargo to various airport locations.
• Maintain ramp and warehouse areas.
• Marshaland push back aircraft.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Physical stamina

English communication

Work authorization

Driver's license

Airport security clearance

Learn quickly

Attendance & punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Alaska Airlines in Sitka seeks a Ramp Service Agent to support below‑wing operations and keep flights moving safely. This union position requires strong teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Starting pay is $22.58 per hour with competitive Total Rewards including benefits and travel privileges. You’ll load luggage, marshal aircraft, and help maintain ramp areas while meeting security and attendance expectations.