Air Cargo Ramp Agent (MCI)

Job Summary

The work of a Ramp/Warehouse Agent includes the following:

• Loading and unloading of cargo (mail, express, baggage, freight, and company material) on and off aircraft
• Transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft
• Ramp transfers of cargo where required
• Receiving, delivering, and physical handling of freight and company material, export at the designated express docks, mail and baggage in the outbound baggage room
• Completion of forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated locations of the functions described
• Transporting furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft
• Assisting in loading, unloading and racking both filled and empty drums
• Clearing aircraft windshields, pushout/tow aircraft and related guide man functions; connect/remove ground power and ground start units
• Cleaning the exterior of aircraft with specialized cleaning fluids (as required)
• Performing routine cleaning of work areas, ramps, and facilities with or without powered equipment (as assigned)
• Assisting in monitoring security of facility (as assigned)
• Performing routine automotive repair; servicing and cleaning of powered and unpowered equipment (as assigned)
• Complying with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations
• Remaining cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors’ activities and reporting security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in variable weather conditions as well as environmental conditions (jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise)
• Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas; push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft
• Drive vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment; position vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors (red, green, and yellow)
• Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure
• Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area
• Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo
• While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication
• Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft
• Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft

Minimum Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to successfully communicate with others

Preferred Skills

• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to work in a high-noise level environment
• Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt

Perks & Benefits

• DailyPay app – access your pay when you need it
• On-the-spot awards through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more
• Multiple medical plan options for both full and part-time employees
• WFS Employee Extras: travel discounts, pet insurance, discount shopping & more
• Wellness programs offered to all employees
• 401k program
• Opportunity for internal mobility and transfers