Airline Baggage Handler

Responsibilities

• Verify passenger boarding pass with their checked bag and move the bags to the security screening induction system.
• This is a physically demanding position which requires on-the-job security training and the ability to receive all applicable airport security badges.
• Communicate effectively and clearly. Ask each passenger the safety and security questions.
• Loading passenger luggage onto the security screening induction belt.
• Working closely with the Airline ticket counter agents.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Be able to clear a background and drug screen.
• Be able to lift up to up to 75 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
• Able to stand, stoop, bend, push, pull throughout entire shift.
• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills using appropriate grammar, tone, and pronunciation to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Complete all required training including airport compliance.

Appearance Guidelines

• Employees are expected at all times to present a professional business-like image, even when working behind the scenes.
• For all male employees, a fully grown in, well-maintained mustache, beard or goatee is permitted.
• No visible tattoos or body piercings are allowed. Any tattoos must be covered by your uniform or other means agreed upon by management.
• Clean & well-maintained approved uniforms must be worn on shift.

Additional Requirements

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision and Ability to adjust focus.

Pay

Salary Range: $15.15 per hour

Benefits

• Eligible employees will participate in the various benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long/short term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, 401k and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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