Airport Ramp Agent- Full Time Delta -DSM

Unifi • Des Moines, IA

14h • 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. It involves transferring passenger baggage, mail, freight, and company materials to and from aircraft, baggage carts, and belt loaders; operating pushback equipment while maintaining visual contact with Wing Walkers; and receiving, recording, picking up, and delivering baggage and cargo. The agent also operates or drives ramp vehicles and equipment, completes related records and paperwork, and enters information into the company system. Other related duties may be assigned within the capabilities expected for the position.

This position is based in Des Moines, Iowa. The posting lists a base pay rate of $15.76 and identifies the position as full-time and non-exempt. The stated shifts include A.M. and P.M. shifts.

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 a background check of up to 10 years.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move items weighing 70 pounds or more regularly, and repetitively lift 40 to 50 pounds onto raised surfaces.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
• Ability to work in cramped or high places.
• Ability to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate information and instructions verbally and/or using radio equipment.
• Ability 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 materials to and from aircraft bins, belt loaders, and 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, including belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; or manually push and pull push carts and containers.
• Complete paperwork and forms related to work assignments and procedures, and enter information into the company information system as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for the position.

Benefits

• Flight benefits, including 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
• Education Level: High school or GED