Port Agent-Baggage Handler (Driving)

Metropolis Technologies•COCONUT CREEK, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Port Agent-Baggage Handler travels between the port and airport locations to deliver checked baggage to the appropriate airline at Miami International Airport (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). The role works outdoors at Port Everglades or the Port of Miami and requires urgency to meet strict delivery schedules. Shifts vary according to airport operational hours and may begin as early as 4:30 AM. Weekend work is required, and seasonal positions are available. The position involves sorting, tagging, weighing, loading, transporting, and unloading baggage and luggage cages. It also includes inspecting and safely operating a delivery box truck, communicating with dispatchers and supervisors by radio, and completing required initial and recurrent airline and airport compliance training. The work is physically demanding and involves standing for long periods, lifting and moving heavy bags, and working in varying outdoor weather conditions. Paid training is provided. The listed pay is $17.25 per hour.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Be available to work Friday through Tuesday morning and on weekends.
Pass a background check and drug screen.
Be able to lift up to 70 pounds consistently throughout the shift; the posting also states the role requires lifting and moving up to 75 pounds regularly.
Be able to stand for long periods and work at a relatively quick pace.
Be able to work outdoors in hot, cold, rainy, and other weather conditions.
Complete required airline and airport compliance training.
Be able to obtain an airport badge, port badge, and TWIC badge (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
Have strong verbal and written communication skills, using appropriate grammar, tone, and pronunciation to communicate with internal and external customers.
Have reliable transportation to work.
Meet the company's appearance and uniform guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Previous delivery or driving experience is preferred.
Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Sort, tag, weigh, and load checked baggage into cages as required.
Seal baggage cages and load them into a delivery truck.
Inspect the vehicle daily.
Drive a delivery box truck safely and lawfully on highways and local streets between port and airport locations.
Use a radio to communicate with dispatchers and supervisors.
Unload cages from the truck and luggage from the cages.
Deliver checked baggage to the corresponding airline at MIA or FLL on schedule.
Complete required airline training, including initial and recurrent training, and required airport compliance training.
Maintain a professional appearance and wear a clean, approved uniform while on shift.