(ROC) Full-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express; Rochester (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage: $16.00/hour

Competitive benefits

Earned Paid Time off

Discounted travel for you and family

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

United Ground Express is seeking a ground handler at ROC Frederick Douglas Greater Rochester International Airport, NY. The role involves lifting baggage and cargo, loading/unloading, equipment operation, and airport security compliance.

You will work outdoors in all weather and shifts, including nights and weekends. The position requires 18+ years, a valid state driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks and pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings including drug screen, hearing and vision checks.
• Available to work any shift; day or night, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to lift and carry bags up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo up to 70 lbs throughout shift.
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading.
• Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
• Drive ground equipment to assist plane push in/out of the gate.
• Read and interpret load sheets, baggage tags, and cargo labels.
• Prepare and secure aircraft for the next flight.
• Operate radios to communicate with team and flight crew.

Skills

Physical stamina

English proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Shift flexibility

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. throughout your shift
• May require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading operations
• Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage
• Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft
• Drive ground equipment such as tugs to help the plane push in/out of the gate, belt loaders to help load baggage, and bag carts to deliver baggage
• Cleaning of the interior of the aircraft, clean and service aircraft lavatories
• Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
• Prepping and securing the aircraft for the next flight
• Ensure compliance with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies
• Use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew
• Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

Qualifications and minimum requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Must acquire and maintain credentials vital for the position including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check
• Successful completion of pre-employment process which may include but not be limited to; drug screen, hearing and vision check
• Available to work any shift; day or night, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational need
• Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies
• Must be able to use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to perform a variety of physical activities including ushing, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in tight spaces
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must possess and maintain a valid US state driver's license. (Suspended, expired, revoked, or denied licenses are not valid.)

What we provide

• Starting wage of $16.00/hour
• Competitive benefits
• Earned Paid Time off
• Discounted travel for you and your immediate family
• Career advancement opportunities

United Ground Express is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status (or any other protected category under applicable law).

ADA Specifications

• Ability to operate a computer to enter and retrieve data
• Ability to utilize radio equipment for communications
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs on a consistent basis
• Ability to pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to position qualifications.

ROC Frederick Douglas Greater Rochester International Airport New York

Salary Range / Hourly Rate

$16.00