F9 Ramp Agent (Full - Time)

Menzies Aviation Careers•Tampa, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ramp Agent supports aircraft ground operations at Tampa International Airport. The work involves loading, unloading, and transporting baggage and cargo; operating motorized equipment; and following aircraft loading and safety instructions. The position is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions and involves frequent physical activity, including lifting and moving cargo and baggage weighing up to 70 pounds. Ramp Agents are responsible for taking reasonable care of their own and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing, following workplace safety procedures, and complying with the company’s Substance Misuse Policy, including regular testing. The company states that it is committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED, or six months of prior ramp agent work experience.
Pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test.
Be capable of safely and continuously lifting up to 70 pounds.
Be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English.
Have a current driver’s license with no violations in the past five years.
Be available and flexible to work variable shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Be able to obtain and maintain all required airport and customs badges or seals.

Nice To Haves

Prior ramp experience.

Responsibilities

Lift and move cargo and baggage weighing up to 70 pounds on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals, and air cargo facilities.
Bend, stretch, push, pull, stack, and kneel, including in small, confined locations.
Operate motorized equipment.
Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace rules or procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.