Cargo Ramp Service Agent

Alaska Airlines • Seatac, WA

1d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Alaska Air Cargo team has the most extensive air cargo operation of any passenger airline on the West Coast, transporting over 1,180 million pounds of cargo annually. This award-winning team serves loyal customers across the country, particularly those in rural Alaskan communities who rely on their cargo services for everything from pets and personal belongings to fresh produce, medical supplies, and vehicles. The team is a close-knit group dedicated to delivering dependable performance to their customers. The Ramp Service Agent - Air Freight role operates in a fast-paced environment, performing below-wing functions to ensure flights run smoothly and safely. This is a union-represented position.

Requirements

• Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to get along with others.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to adapt to performing work according to set procedures.
• Ability to anticipate needs of others in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work at a constant and quick pace for up to two hours at one time.
• Ability to learn quickly and understand and interpret flight schedules and airline flight destination information.
• Must have good attendance and punctuality record.
• Depending upon your work location, you may be required to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of operations with industrial equipment and previous experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and dispatch cargo, noting and completing appropriate and necessary paperwork.
• Transfer, load and offload luggage and cargo with the use of conveyor belts or forklifts.
• Transport luggage and cargo to various airport locations.
• Maintain ramp and warehouse areas.

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
• Annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

What This Job Offers

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