Ramp Services Agent YWG

Job summary

The Ramp Services Agent is responsible for providing under-wing ground support, including marshalling aircraft and loading/unloading baggage and cargo. They also operate various ground support equipment and ensure the ramp area is clear of debris.

Job details

If you are passionate about helping people reach their destinations and would love to work closely with various airplanes, come and join the Swissport team as a Ramp Agent! You will get to learn something new about planes and the aviation industry every day! We offer opportunities for career advancement and an exceptional work environment. Job Summary To provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, to include but not be limited to loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water, and lavatory servicing. Job Responsibilities Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure. Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies. Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to the designated location. Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed. Deliver passenger luggage to the claim area and unload onto the conveyor system. Deliver air cargo to the appropriate recipient. Drive and/or operate ground support equipment to include tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies, and passenger vans. Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs, and child strollers onto aircraft. Service aircraft water and lavatories. Inspect ramp areas adjacent to the gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found. Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager. Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Competencies Previous ramp experience is a plus Valid driver’s license Good communication skills in English Must be able to work in inclement weather Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays) Excellent Health & Safety awareness Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms) WHY WORK FOR US? Fun place to work! Competitive pay Paid training Yearly bonus plan Group benefit Free parking Uniform provided At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation! #P1

What you’ll do

The Ramp Services Agent is responsible for providing under-wing ground support, including marshalling aircraft and loading/unloading baggage and cargo. They also operate various ground support equipment and ensure the ramp area is clear of debris.

Requirements

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and good communication skills in English. The role requires the ability to work in inclement weather, perform shift work, and lift heavy objects up to 70 pounds.

Benefits

• Paid training • Yearly bonus plan • Group benefit • Free parking • Uniform provided

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aircraft marshalling
• Cargo handling
• Ground support equipment operation
• Communication skills
• Health and safety awareness
• Physical stamina
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Dollies
• Support Services
• Valid Driver's License
• Communication
• Conveyor Systems
• English Language
• Palletizing
• Security Requirements Analysis
• Loading And Unloading

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety
• Ramp Service Agent
• Bell Person / Baggage Attendant
• Messengers, Package Deliverers and Luggage Porters
• Baggage Porters and Bellhops