Ramp Agent

Ramp AgentRamp 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 $22.51/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.ResponsibilitiesMarshall 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 assignedQualificationsPrevious ramp experience is a plusGood command of the English language both verbal and writtenValid driver's licenseGood communication skillsLanguage 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)What we offer401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceAt 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.Visit our website at to learn more about Life at Swissport.Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!