Air Cargo Ramp Agent (MCI)

Air Cargo Ramp Agent (MCI)

Join the Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations in 27 countries on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

The work of a Ramp/Warehouse Agent includes the following:

• Loading and unloading of cargo on and off aircraft
• Transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft
• Ramp transfers of cargo where required
• Receiving, delivering, and physical handling of freight and company material
• Export at the designated express docks, mail and baggage in the outbound baggage room
• Completion of forms and messages related to the performance of the designated locations
• Cleaning and servicing of cabin interiors, including cockpit and lavatories
• Transporting passenger service cabin furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft
• Assisting in loading, unloading and racking both filled and empty drums
• Clearing aircraft windshields, pushout/two aircraft and related guide man functions
• Connecting/removing ground power and ground start units
• May be required to clean the exterior of aircraft with specialized cleaning fluids
• May be assigned to perform routine cleaning of work areas, ramps, and facilities with or without powered equipment
• May be assigned to assist in monitoring security of facility
• May be assigned to do routine automotive repair; servicing and cleaning of powered and unpowered equipment
• Comply with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations
• Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors' activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to perform the following functions in variable weather conditions as well as environmental conditions, i.e., jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise.
• Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
• Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
• Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
• Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area.
• Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
• While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit.
• Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft.
• Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft.

Minimum Requirements:

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to successfully communicate with others

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days off

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in a high-noise level environment
• Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt

Perks & Benefits:

• Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Multiple options for both full and part-time employees for quality medical care!
• Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• 401k program offered!
• Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.