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Airport Ramp Agent - Lihue - Full-Time (5k Sign-On Bonus)

Alaska Airlines · Lihue, HI · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagement$19.82/hrFull-time

About the role

The Ramp Agent is responsible for loading and offloading baggage, ensuring guest safety and well-being, and performing various duties related to aircraft operations.

Responsibilities

  • Loading, stowing, and unloading of all cargo and baggage in accordance with flight loading plans.
  • Pick-up and delivery of all cargo, including mail, express, baggage, freight, and company materials.
  • Preparation, reporting, and accounting of necessary documents relating to work performed.
  • Cleaning of aircraft baggage pits and immediate work areas.
  • Operation of automotive equipment in connection with the above duties, and receiving and dispatching aircraft when mechanical personnel are not immediately available.
  • Maintaining cleanliness of offices in surrounding areas and aircraft as a cleaner.

Requirements

  • Willingness and ability to work outside in the elements.
  • Able to lift 70 lbs. throughout the shift.
  • Able to bend, stoop, squat, reach, and grasp.
  • Able to work in confined spaces on knees/elbows, lifting baggage overhead frequently (weighing 70+ lbs.), operating heavy machinery near the aircraft, driving tugs, and more.
  • Valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, US territory, or the District of Columbia.
  • Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Able to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
  • Able to obtain airport security clearance.
  • Able to communicate in English.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum age of 18.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

  • Airport ramp experience preferred.
  • Physical labor experience and/or working in a warehouse environment preferred.

Skills

  • Ability to lift 70 lbs.
  • Confined space work ability.
  • Operate automotive equipment.
  • Work flexible shifts.
  • Obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
  • Communicate in English.

Benefits

  • Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Grossly generous 401(k) match program.
  • Annual bonus plans.
  • Generous holiday and paid time off.

Pay

Starting Rate: USD $19.82/Hr.

Total Rewards: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

Sign-On Bonus available to external candidates only: - $2,500 paid out at 60 days - $2,500 paid out at 6 months

Schedule

Variated shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Location

Kauai

Regulatory Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations

Post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time

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