Ramp Service Employee

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Airport Operations

The Airport Operations department keeps operations at our airports running smoothly through planning, organization and supervision.

Job overview and responsibilities

Ramp / Baggage Handler Agent Specifics:

• Load, unload, and transfer baggage, cargo and mail from carts, conveyor belts, and containers, and on and off aircraft
• Perform work that involves repeatedly lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling items which weigh about 40 lbs. on average and can weigh over 75 lbs.; RSEs lift 75 to more than 100 pieces of cargo in 25 minutes (approximately one bag every 15 seconds)
• Manually push/pull loaded carts into position for loading or hook up to pushback tractor
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl to move cargo into containers, aircraft, and carts frequently (1-9 times/hour) on a daily basis
• Climb inside a cargo bin or aircraft belly to rearrange loads as necessary for balance and security
• Guide aircraft into and out of the terminal jetway areas by communicating with pilots
• Communicate with the Control Center and other departments to ensure efficient and safe aircraft and baggage movement
• Operate a variety of equipment, including two-way radios, baggage transfer vehicles, and handheld tracking devices on a daily basis
• Drive and operate various types of ground support equipment in loading/unloading aircraft, transferring cargo, and repositioning aircraft
• Standing and walking continuously for entire shift
• Depending on the needs of the operations, your supervisor may require you to perform other functions as needed

Cargo Agent Specifics:

• Security Screen baggage and passengers
• Assist with cabin inspections and cleaning, lavatory services
• Ensure that tooling, equipment, vehicles, and the facilities are operated in a safe and proficient manner and are always turned-over in good order
• Verify and inspect cargo by count, weight, size, dimensions, and physical condition of all shipments
• Ensure proper and clear documentation of all pieces in shipment (both inbound and outbound) is received
• Ensure cargo shipments are maintained in the proper destination zones and containers while in transit through the facilities and via the service roads
• Monitor, inspect and transport tuna as it goes from chiller to proper packaging, pallet build up, and airport delivery
• Use a computer to monitor the movement and documentation of freight and flights (including arrival, data capture, pre-manifesting, and screening)
• Ensure that the company’s standards, policies and procedures regarding safety, security, and station controls are followed and executed consistently
• Maintain a good working knowledge of all security directives, manuals, tariffs, standards, policies, procedures, and reference materials integral to a safe and efficient operation

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.