Customer Service Agent

Airport Customer Service Agent – Customer Service & RampThe Airport Customer Service Agent is our primary representative in our airport stations. The position is responsible for handling all customer service activities, including greeting and checking in passengers, handling luggage, booking/re-booking flights, and assisting with passenger loading/unloading.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsuring FAA, Airline and airport regulations are followedEnforcing safety/security measures and protecting sensitive zonesCreating and modifying reservationsChecking in passengers; safely loading and unloading passengersHandling luggage weights of up to 70 lbs and monitoring luggage for size, quantity and weightReviewing baggage tags for accuracyCalculating Weight/Balance and assigning seats in the plane accordingly.Providing information on arrival and departure times, boarding procedures, carry-on regulations and seating arrangementsMaking announcements over a public address systemProcessing credit card paymentsDirecting aircraft parking and dispatch on the rampAfter additional training, towing aircraft to proper parking positions on the rampMaintaining work area and mechanical equipment in proper orderGreat customer service attitude and a willingness to "find a way" as opposed to "I can't," where applicable.Any other duties as assignedRequirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAble to read, write and speak English effectivelyAble to maintain eye contact when speaking with customersProfessional in appearance and mannerAbility to learn, understand and communicate the terms of the company's Contract of CarriageCourteous in all interactionsMay be required to drive a company vehicleAble to interact effectively with passengers, co-workers and managementAbility to maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior even in difficult situationsAbility to diffuse stressful situationsDetail-oriented and self-motivatedQualifications Education:High school diploma or equivalentMiscellaneous Requirements:May require valid driver's license and reliable transportationComputer skills – ability to learn reservation and phone systems, proficient with a PCBasic math abilitiesAbility to work within a 24/7 operation including holidaysAbility to pass 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screenAt least 18 years of ageAuthorized to work in the U.S. per the Immigration Act of 1986Work Experience:Prefer at least 1 year of prior customer service experienceMental Requirements:Level 2 – Requires high periods of concentration intermittently and normal attention. Generally, even once the job is learned, tasks will require normal attention to deal with recurring variables.Physical requirements:Must be able to lift 70 pound suitcase from the floor to 18 inches and carry 70 pound suitcase in front of you with both hands for a distance of up to 25 feetMust have physical dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive tasks and motions, including bending at the waist and knees, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting and sustaining those positions for extended amounts of timeMust be able to stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to work in all weather conditions and in confined spacesMust have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.Benefits:Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.Health & Wellness: After 30 days of employment on the 1st of the next month, you are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.Retirement Plans: Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan.Generous PTO: After completion of your probationary period, employees earn 1 day of PTO per month, plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year.Employee Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. This program provides travel privileges, including:Flight tickets at significant discount, employee and family members can fly our planes (standby space available)Discounts on hotels and resortsCar rentals at reduced ratesDiscounted cruisesThis job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.At Surf Air Mobility, we are committed to building a more inclusive ecosystem that integrates women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups into the cleantech sector and aerospace industry. We strongly encourage applications from qualified applicants and members of underrepresented groups. Surf Air Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Surf Air Mobility is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Surf Air Mobility participates in E-Verify.