Lead Airport Agent - Customer Service

Envoy Air Inc.•New York, NY

3d•$23

About The Position

Would you like to work for a stable, secure, and fast-growing airline where you will be stimulated, challenged, and have the opportunity to develop your career? If so, read on! Come and work with the best of the best at Envoy Air where you will join a team committed to providing outstanding service. We offer: Amazing employee flight privileges within the American Airlines global network Training and development programs to take your career to the next level Comprehensive health and life benefits (subject to location) Pay Rate: $23.00 / HR In this role the employee may be subject to engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and engine noise Responsible for standing, using finger dexterity, typing, climbing, and descending stairs numerous times a day Check baggage and parcels weighing up to 75 lbs. which involves carrying, bending, lifting, and turning Meet arriving aircraft by standing to operate a mobile mechanical jet-bridge with a length of up to 110 ft. and weighing approximately 57,000 lbs It is required that the agent can use depth perception and peripheral vision to extend and position jet-bridge observing all stationary and moving vehicles in the immediate area Open and close aircraft cabin doors, without assistance, by pushing, pulling, reaching, bending and twisting Please note: The description is intended to provide a brief overview of the position. It’s not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, expectations, and skills required of those in this position. Duties and expectations may be subject to change at any time. Envoy Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Requirements

Minimum age: 18
High school diploma, GED, or international equivalent
Possess a valid, unexpired and unsuspended state driver’s license; some license restrictions may prohibit a candidate from being considered for this role
Willing and able to work a variety of rotating shifts including days, nights, overnights, holidays, weekends, and rotating days off
Flexible to work additional hours with short notice when operationally necessary
Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 75 lbs.
Must be customer focused, detail oriented, and interested in the airline industry
Must be comfortable working with computers and ability to learn new computer programs
Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
Possess the legal right to work in the United States
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational, interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills preferred
Above average attendance preferred
Ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand Spanish (in some locations) preferred
One year of customer service experience preferred
Prior training and/or curriculum development experience preferred
Experience using Word and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Provide efficient, friendly service to all of our customers
Promote and sell air travel with American Eagle and American Airlines and/or one of our contracted carriers
Complete all necessary arrangements for accommodating passengers such as prepare itineraries, compute fares, issue refunds, prepare and issue tickets, check baggage, as well as collect excess baggage charges
Escort passengers from the terminal to and from the aircraft ensuring a safe path at all times
Complete all necessary arrangements for accommodating passengers with reservations, stand-bys, luggage, cabin availability, and in-flight supplies
Determine flight close-out time and prepare, complete, and check various flight forms for accuracy
Conduct agent observations and associate activities
Administers local training programs and is responsible for scheduling, manpower utilization as well as maintaining a safe, dependable and consistent operation
Maintains supplies and inventory control logs
Prepares customer correspondence, investigates discrepancies, and compiles statistical data for reports
Assist management in the completion of administrative duties and to acts as a company representative when assigned