Airline Baggage Handler

Metropolis Technologies • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bags, a Metropolis company, provides airport mobility services designed to streamline 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 position involves asking passengers safety and security questions, communicating clearly, loading luggage onto the screening belt, and working closely with airline ticket counter agents. It requires on-the-job security training and obtaining applicable airport security badges. No experience is necessary; paid training is provided. The role is part-time and starts at $15.00 per hour, with advancement opportunities to Driver, Ambassador, RAC Agent, or Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must clear a background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to obtain an airport badge and receive applicable airport security badges.
• Must be able to lift and move luggage weighing up to 75 pounds consistently throughout the shift.
• Must be able to stand, move, stoop, bend, push, and pull throughout the shift.
• Must be able to move relatively quickly and perform frequent twisting, turning, stretching, and bending.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, including appropriate grammar, tone, and pronunciation.
• Must follow appearance guidelines, including wearing a clean, well-maintained approved uniform and maintaining a professional business-like appearance.
• Must comply with the company's guidelines regarding visible tattoos and body piercings.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify passenger boarding passes against checked bags.
• Move passenger bags to the security screening induction system and load luggage onto the screening belt.
• Ask passengers safety and security questions.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with passengers, internal customers, and fellow employees.
• Work closely with airline ticket counter agents.
• Complete required training, including airport compliance training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed