Air Cargo Ramp Agent - Part time UPS - MSY

Worldwide Flight Services, Inc.•Kenner, LA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ramp Agent loads and unloads cargo, including express freight and company material, on and off aircraft. The role includes transferring cargo on the ramp, receiving, delivering, and physically handling freight and company material at designated express docks, and completing the forms and messages needed to perform these duties. The agent transports furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft, assists with loading, unloading, and racking filled and empty drums, and may help monitor facility security. The employee must follow WFS site security procedures and report security breaches, suspicious activity, and non-compliance with the site security plan. Work is performed in variable weather and environmental conditions, including exposure to jet-engine fumes and noise, vehicle emissions, and dust. The position involves handling cargo in confined aircraft cargo areas, moving loaded containers, and assisting with aircraft push-out procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to communicate successfully with others.
Ability to work in a high-noise environment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand English.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and days off.

Responsibilities

Load and unload cargo, including express freight and company material, on and off aircraft.
Transfer cargo on the ramp as required; receive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company material at designated express docks.
Complete forms and messages necessary for assigned functions.
Transport furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft.
Assist with loading, unloading, and racking filled and empty drums.
Comply with WFS site security procedures and remain alert to staff, security contractors, and visitor activities.
Report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, and non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or through the WFS whistleblower program.
Perform work in variable weather and environmental conditions, including jet-engine fumes and noise, vehicle emissions, and dust.
Load and unload aircraft cargo weighing up to 70 pounds in confined cargo areas; push, pull, and position loaded containers on rollers to or with aircraft.
Participate in aircraft push-out by driving a vehicle or guiding the driver, using depth perception in congested areas.
Read off-load sheets to determine cargo destinations.
Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 75 pounds onto or from a conveyor belt.