Baggage Handling Agent - JFK Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Jamaica, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Baggage Handling Agent is responsible for ensuring passenger luggage and cargo are handled safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner. This role includes loading and unloading baggage from aircraft and conveyor systems, sorting luggage by destination, and adhering strictly to safety and security standards. The position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced airport environment under various weather conditions.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Eligible to work in the United States
Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
Must be able to push, pull
Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Nice To Haves

Work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

Load and unload passenger luggage and cargo on and off aircraft
Operate baggage handling equipment such as conveyor belts, carts, and trolleys
Sort and route baggage to the correct flight and baggage claim carousel
Ensure timely delivery of baggage to and from aircraft
Inspect baggage for damage or potential security risks and report discrepancies immediately
Follow all safety procedures and airport security protocols while handling baggage
Work closely with ground crew and airline personnel to ensure efficient baggage processing
Maintain cleanliness and organization in baggage handling areas
Coordinate with security personnel to ensure adherence to airport security measures
Participate in training sessions on baggage handling procedures, safety standards, and equipment operation
Coordinate with airline staff for special handling of oversized, fragile, or priority items
Record and report baggage handling activities in accordance with company and airport regulations
Support and promote the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) initiatives
Report safety hazards, incidents, and near misses in accordance with SMS reporting procedures
Exceed PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
Perform any additional duties as assigned by management