Air Cargo Ramp Agent ORD

About the role

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations in 27 countries on 5 continents.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 80 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas
• Lift, push or pull and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft
• 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
• Receive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company material, export at the designated express docks
• Completion of forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated locations of the functions described
• Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis

Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work in a high-noise level environment
• Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off

Qualifications

• This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU)

Skills

• Ability to successfully communicate with others
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language

Benefits

• Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app
• On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more
• Multiple options for both full and part-time employees
• Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More
• Wellness Programs offered to all employees
• 401k program offered
• Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available

Pay

This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.

Schedule

Rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.