Airline Baggage Handler

SP Plus•Tampa, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Bags, a Metropolis company, provides airport mobility services focused on streamlining baggage handling, check-in, and other travel touchpoints. The Airline Baggage Handler verifies passengers’ boarding passes against their checked bags and moves bags to the security screening induction system. The role involves communicating clearly with passengers, asking safety and security questions, loading luggage onto the screening belt, and working closely with airline ticket counter agents. It includes on-the-job security training and requires obtaining applicable airport security badges. Paid training is provided, and advancement opportunities may include Driver, Ambassador, RAC Agent, or Supervisor. The position is part-time and starts at $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be able to clear a background check and drug screen.
Must be able to obtain an airport badge and receive applicable airport security badges.
Must complete all required training, including airport compliance training.
Must be able to lift and move luggage weighing up to 75 pounds consistently throughout the shift.
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, push, pull, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, twist, turn, and stretch during the shift, and move relatively quickly.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, using appropriate grammar, tone, and pronunciation.
Must meet the company’s appearance guidelines, including wearing an approved uniform and covering visible tattoos; visible body piercings are not allowed.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify passengers’ boarding passes against their checked bags.
Move bags to the security screening induction system.
Communicate clearly and effectively with passengers and coworkers.
Ask passengers safety and security questions.
Load passenger luggage onto the security screening induction belt.
Work closely with airline ticket counter agents.
Complete required training, including airport compliance training.
Maintain a professional appearance and wear a clean, approved uniform while on shift.