(SRQ) Part-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express•Sarasota, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Ramp Agent supports aircraft ground operations at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport in Sarasota, Florida. The role involves loading and unloading baggage and cargo, operating ground equipment, preparing aircraft for their next flight, and cleaning aircraft interiors and lavatories. Ramp Agents work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions and must follow United and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and policies. The position requires frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 70 pounds, and may involve mandatory overtime 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 acquire and maintain required credentials, including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and 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, day or night, including weekends and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational need.
Must be comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies.
Must be able to use radio and electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew.
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 and utilize radio equipment for communications.
Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds on a consistent basis 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 handling over 100 items.
Push and pull loaded and empty carts during loading and unloading operations.
Carry baggage while ascending and descending jet-way stairs; bend, stoop, or crawl to move and stack or unstack cargo in aircraft.
Drive ground equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, and bag carts, to assist with aircraft movement and baggage delivery.
Clean aircraft interiors 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 FAA regulations and policies.
Use radio and electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew.
Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.