Airport Transport Driver

Sky Café is seeking reliable and safety-focused Transport Drivers to support daily flight operations. In this role, you will be responsible for staging equipment, transporting catering products to aircraft, and retrieving inbound carts in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment.

Position Overview

Transport Drivers gather all required equipment for assigned flights, verify catering loads against flight documentation, deliver products safely to aircraft, and return inbound carts to the flight kitchen. This role requires strong attention to detail, safe driving practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with airline and airport personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and stage all necessary equipment and carts for assigned flights
• Verify flight documentation to ensure correct items are loaded and delivered
• Safely load, transport, and unload catering products to and from aircraft
• Position catering units at aircraft, secure work platforms, and follow all loading and unloading procedures
• Retrieve inbound carts and return them to the flight kitchen
• Communicate and coordinate with Customer Service team members, flight attendants, and airport operations staff to identify and resolve issues
• Comply with all standard operating procedures related to driving, equipment operation, and aircraft servicing
• Work in a time-sensitive environment to ensure all products meet required ready times
• Follow all safety, security, and PPE requirements at all times

Requirements & Qualifications

Licensing & Screening

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and obtain/maintain a valid medical certificate
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, participate in random drug testing, and successfully complete a criminal background check, including TSA and Customs clearance requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 75+ pounds
• Ability to safely climb up and down catering trucks and enter/exit the catering box of a high-lift truck while maintaining three points of contact and adhering to all established safety guidelines
• Ability to work safely from heights
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain active for 8+ hour shifts
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, and extreme heat, with appropriate protective clothing

Work Environment & Schedule

• Ability to work safely using required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, hearing protection, goggles, and other required gear
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights
• Reliable attendance is essential to the successful performance of this role

Compliance

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Sky Café rules and regulations to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the flight kitchen and aircraft catering services.