Ramp Agent

Ramp AgentAre you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – "To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience." We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing. The expected pay rate is $21.91/hr.Your activities:Marshall aircraft during arrival and departureUnload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dolliesUnload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated locationProvide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directedDeliver passenger luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor systemDeliver air cargo to appropriate recipientDrive 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 aircraftService aircraft water and lavatoriesInspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found. Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/managerComply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirementsOther duties as assignedYour profile:Previous ramp experience is a plusValid driver's licenseGood communication skillsGood command of the English language both verbal and writtenLanguage skillsMust be able to work in inclement weatherFlexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)Excellent Health & Safety awarenessLift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)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.