Airport Ramp Agent
About The Position
Unifi is seeking Airport Ramp Agents to support airline ground services and help ensure aircraft and passengers reach their destinations safely. No prior experience is required, and paid training is provided. The role involves marshalling aircraft, handling baggage and other cargo, operating ramp equipment, and, when assigned, providing cabin services. Agents must follow company safety and operational standards and report safety or security incidents and potential hazards. The position is part-time and based in Alexandria, Louisiana. The schedule may involve rotating A.M. and P.M. shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Work takes place outdoors and may involve severe seasonal weather conditions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be able to obtain credentials required by airport, state, or customs requirements.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be able to frequently lift more than 70 pounds and constantly lift up to 70 pounds.
- Must be able to constantly push and pull up to 70 pounds, and constantly walk, stand, reach above shoulder level, climb, crawl, stoop, squat, kneel, and bend.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts and hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
- Must be able and willing to work outdoors in weather conditions that may include severe seasonal elements.
Responsibilities
- Marshall arriving, departing, and towed aircraft on the ramp.
- Perform wing-walker duties to protect aircraft wings from equipment during pushback and de-ice aircraft as required.
- Load, unload, sort, and transfer passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, and baggage carts.
- Operate ramp equipment, including bag tugs, belt loaders, aircraft tow tractors, water servicing vehicles, and lavatory servicing vehicles.
- When assigned, service aircraft cabins, clean lavatories and cabins, and restock supplies and other items.
- Adhere to safety procedures and policies and complete work in accordance with company safety and operational standards.
- Immediately report safety and security incidents and potential hazards in accordance with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the skill, experience, and capability expectations of the position.
Benefits
- Flight privileges for employees and eligible family members after 30 days.
- Weekly pay for hourly employees.
- Paid time off for full-time employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
- 401(k) for all employees.
- Exclusive discounts and additional wellness programs.
- Paid training for new employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
