Airport Ramp Agent - Lihue - Full-Time (5k Sign-On Bonus)
About The Position
At Hawaiian Airlines, we are all about welcoming our guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and taking care of our people, our home, and the communities we serve. Join our ‘ohana and be a part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving our kama‘āina and introducing our islands to the world! The Ramp Agent is responsible for loading and offloading our guests’ baggage, ensuring they are accounted for and well taken care of. They also look out for the safety and well-being of each other, while ensuring our flights arrive and depart on-time. If you’re up for the challenge of physical work and being outdoors, we want to hear from you. This is a union represented position.
Requirements
- Must be willing and able to work outside in the elements.
- Ability to lift 70lbs. throughout your shift.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
- Must be willing and able to work in confined spaces on your knees/elbows, lifting baggage overhead frequently (weighing 70+ lbs.), operating heavy machinery near the aircraft, drive tugs, and more.
- Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
- Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
- Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Airport ramp experience.
- Physical labor experience and/or working in a warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
- Loading, stowing and unloading of all cargo and baggage in accordance with flight loading plans.
- Pick-up and delivery of all cargo, including mail, express, baggage, freight Company material, commissary supplies.
- Preparation, reporting and accounting of necessary documents relating to work performed.
- Cleaning of aircraft baggage pits and immediate work areas.
- Operation of automotive equipment in connection with the above duties, and only after proper training.
- Insert and remove chocks and safety lines.
- When mechanical personnel are not immediately available for the assignment, may receive and dispatch aircraft.
- May also be required to perform the duties of Cleaners: limited to cleaning of offices in surrounding areas and aircraft. Such duties may be assigned only as the needs of the service require.
Benefits
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Quarterly and annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
