Ramp Agent - Cargo Services

About the role

This role involves unloading and loading luggage, freight, and cargo from and onto commercial aircraft. It also includes driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles, performing physical searches of aircraft interiors and exteriors, and conducting safety checks.

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.
• Conduct physical searches of empty interiors and accessible exterior of the aircraft to detect prohibited articles and unlawful interferences that may jeopardize the security of the aircraft.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70 lbs. repetitively.
• Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a US Customs Seal.

Qualifications

Must be able to maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Knowledge of aircraft operations and safety protocols.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Shift: M-S (Days/nights)

Safety, Security, Wellbeing And Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. 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.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are 18 years of age or older, possess a valid US driver's license, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have six months prior ramp agent work experience. Candidates must also be comfortable lifting 70 lbs. repetitively and pass an FBI background check and obtain a US Customs Seal.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from 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.