Airport Tug Operator

Unifi•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Airport Tug Operator performs pre-operation inspections to ensure tugs are functioning properly. The operator retrieves staggered chairs from concourses, train levels, the main terminal, car rental centers, and other locations; loads chairs onto the tug in authorized areas; transports them safely to designated authorized areas; and unloads and stages them in authorized spaces. The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with Unifi Aviation, LLC. It is full-time and non-exempt, with A.M., overnight, and P.M. shifts. The base pay rate is $15.25.

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
  • Ability to regularly and repetitively lift, carry, push, pull, and move items weighing 70 pounds or more, and to lift 40–50 pounds onto raised surfaces.
  • Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
  • Ability to pass a background check of up to 10 years.
  • Authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Responsibilities

  • Perform pre-operation inspections of tugs to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
  • Recover staggered chairs from concourses, train levels, the main terminal, car rental centers, and other locations.
  • Load chairs onto the tug in authorized areas.
  • Safely drive the tug to authorized areas.
  • Unload the tug and stage chairs in an authorized space.

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) plan with a 3% company match contribution when the employee contributes 9%, available after 30 days for full-time employees.
  • Exclusive discounts and additional wellness programs.
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