Airport FT Ramp Agent Driving KOA-AS

Unifi • Kailua-Kona, HI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Airport Ramp Agent loads, unloads, services, guides, and directs customer aircraft. The role safeguards baggage, air cargo, airmail, and company materials from weather, loss, theft, damage, or destruction; transfers baggage, mail, freight, and materials to and from aircraft; and records and prepares related transactions and paperwork.

The position operates or drives motorized ramp equipment, including belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, baggage carts, lavatory carts, and deicers. It also involves operating pushback equipment while maintaining visual contact with Wing Walkers, transporting cargo and baggage between aircraft and other locations, and entering information into the Company's system. Other related duties may be assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities for the position.

Requirements

• Must be a local, in-state resident.
• Valid in-state driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass up to a 10-year background check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and move items of 70 pounds or more regularly, and repetitively lift 40 to 50 pounds onto raised surfaces.
• Must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Must be able to work in cramped or high places.
• Must be able to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to communicate information and instructions verbally and/or via radio equipment.
• Able to communicate effectively in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, service, guide, and direct customer aircraft.
• Safeguard customer baggage, air cargo, airmail, and company materials from weather, loss, theft, damage, or destruction.
• Lift, load, unload, sort, and transfer passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loaders, or baggage carts safely.
• Operate pushback equipment and maintain visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure the equipment is free of danger.
• Receive and record customer baggage, airfreight, mail, and company materials as required.
• Pick up, deliver, and transport cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, and prepare related records.
• Operate or drive motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, baggage carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; or manually push and pull carts and containers.
• Complete paperwork and forms connected with work assignments and procedures, and enter information into the Company's information system as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for the position.

Benefits

• Flight benefits with exclusive travel privileges for the employee and family.
• Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match contribution when the employee contributes 9% to the retirement plan, after 30 days for full-time employees.
• Exclusive discounts and additional wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED