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

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, company material, commissary supplies.
• 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.
• Insert and remove chocks and safety lines.
• When mechanical personnel are not immediately available, may receive and dispatch aircraft.
• May also perform duties of Cleaners: limited to cleaning of offices in surrounding areas and aircraft.

Requirements

• Willing and able to work outside in the elements.
• Able to lift 70lbs. 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, drive tugs, and more.
• Valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Benefits

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

Pay

Starting Rate USD $19.82/Hr.
Sign-On Bonus Available To External Candidates Only: $2,500 paid out at 60 days, $2,500 paid out at 6 months
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.

Regulatory Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air comply with all applicable laws and ensure equal opportunity in employment.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations

Post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of certain drugs prior to employment.

Application Instructions

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 7/16/2026

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time

Requisition Type

Frontline Regular/Temporary Regular

Location

Kauai