PT Ramp Agent - BUF Airport

PT Ramp Agent - BUF Airport

LIFTING BAGS, GUIDING PLANES, LAUNCHING JOURNEYS - NOW HIRING RAMP AGENTS!

The Ramp Agent is responsible for safely loading and unloading baggage, cargo, and mail, guiding aircraft to and from gates, and supporting ground operations to ensure efficient and secure airport service flow in compliance with safety and airline standards.

BECOME A RAMP AGENT!

Our Ramp Agents are responsible for the loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and mail as applicable onto the aircraft, along with guiding the aircraft to and from gates. You will be ensuring the secure and prompt handling of aircraft on the ground, in compliance with safety standards and airline guidelines. The duties extend to providing support for various ground operations, playing an important role in maintaining the seamless flow of airport services.

WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK AS A RAMP AGENT

• Repetitive loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and mail as applicable onto aircraft with accuracy
• Operate ground service equipment such as pushbacks, tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts
• Read and analyze aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
• Marshalling aircraft to and from gates
• Ensure safe movement of aircraft on the ground
• Lift heavy objects in varying weather conditions
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas
• Perform routine inspections of equipment and report any issues
• Follow standard operating procedures for ramp operations
• Adapt to the changing of flight schedules and priorities
• Exceed PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents
• Ability to use electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate both in-person and through electronic means
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
• Ability to work any day/shift, including holidays, within a 24/7 operation

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• Must be able to push, pull
• Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• Must be able to work at elevated heights
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and kneel
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.