(DAY) Part-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express•Vandalia, OH

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ramp Agent supports aircraft turnaround operations by handling baggage and cargo, operating ground equipment, cleaning and servicing aircraft, and preparing aircraft for their next flights. The role requires working outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions and performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting items weighing up to 70 pounds, pushing and pulling carts, climbing stairs, and working in tight spaces. The agent must follow United and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and policies and communicate with coworkers and flight crews using radio equipment. This is a part-time, day-shift position at Dayton International Airport in Ohio. Applicants must be available for any shift, including days or nights, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record; suspended, expired, revoked, or denied licenses are not valid.
Must obtain and maintain credentials required for the position, including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and a background check.
Must successfully complete the pre-employment process, which may include a drug screen and hearing and vision checks.
Must be available to work any shift, including days or nights, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational needs.
Must be comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies.
Must be able to use radio and electronic devices to communicate with coworkers and flight crews.
Must be able to read, write, speak fluently, and understand English.
Must be able to carry, bend, lift, and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 pounds.
Must be able to perform physical activities including pushing, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in tight spaces.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must be able to operate a computer to enter and retrieve data, utilize radio equipment, consistently lift up to 70 pounds, and pass applicable pre-screening clearances.

Responsibilities

Lift baggage, boxes, and cargo weighing up to 70 pounds throughout the shift; a single aircraft may require lifting more than 100 items.
Push and pull loaded and empty carts during loading and unloading operations.
Ascend and descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
Bend, stoop, and crawl to move and stack or unstack cargo in aircraft.
Drive ground equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, and bag carts.
Clean aircraft interiors and clean and service aircraft lavatories.
Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels.
Prepare and secure aircraft for the next flight.
Comply with United and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and policies.
Use radio and electronic devices to communicate with coworkers and flight crews.