Ramp Agent

About the role

The Ramp Agent plays an important role in ensuring flights run on time by maintaining detailed records of shipped goods, moving baggage and cargo from aircraft, and guiding aircraft to and from their gates.

Responsibilities

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching, push/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously.
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must have a current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Customs badges/seals.
• Prior ramp experience a plus.

Qualifications

Must be able to safely lift up to 70 lbs. continuously. Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English proficiently. Must have a current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years. Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Customs badges/seals. Prior ramp experience a plus.

Skills

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting various documents and instructions.
• Knowledge of aircraft operations and cargo handling.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Menzies Aviation is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Pay

$17.00 hourly

Schedule

Variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Menzies Aviation is a committed equal opportunity employer and encourages applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

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