Ramp Agent

Overview

This role involves unloading and loading luggage, freight, and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, as well as performing safe and efficient cleaning of aircraft cabins. It also includes driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles.

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, pushing/pulling, stacking, and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment and small specialized commercial vehicles.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Remove blankets and pillows and replace them with clean ones.
• Ensure all cleaning solvents are stored correctly after use.
• Ensure that all cleaning equipment is in working order and that all protective clothing is worn as instructed.
• Deposit all soiled linens into laundry bins.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.
• Conduct physical searches of empty interiors and accessible exteriors of the aircraft to detect prohibited articles and unlawful interferences that may jeopardize the security of the aircraft.
• Provide ramp guard services to ensure that only authorized personnel are servicing the aircraft.
• Follow all TSA, airline, local, and/or federal security mandates regarding security and report any tampering and prohibited items.
• Adhere to Menzies’ uniform guidelines and code of conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a 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.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 70 lbs. continuously.
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English.
• 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.
• 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 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must adhere to Menzies’ uniform guidelines and code of conduct.

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance for heavy lifting and moving.
• Ability to operate small specialized commercial vehicles.
• Attention to detail for reading and interpreting various documents and instructions.
• Knowledge of aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.
• Proficiency in English for communication and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Part-time, on-site position.
• Pay: $16.25/hour.
• Schedules: Part-Time 3:30am to 7:30 am, 5 days per week.

Pay

• $16.25/hour.

Schedule

• Part-Time 3:30am to 7:30 am, 5 days per week.