About The Position

Unifi is seeking a part-time Ramp Agent to support United Airlines operations in Des Moines. The role includes marshalling aircraft, loading and unloading baggage and freight, operating ramp equipment, and potentially providing cabin services such as cleaning aircraft interiors and lavatories and restocking supplies. The position also involves wing-walker duties, de-icing aircraft as required, and conducting inspections and hazard checks. New employees receive paid training, and no prior experience is required. Employees must follow company safety and operational standards, report incidents and hazards, and perform related duties appropriate to their skills and capabilities. The job requires working rotating hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, and working outdoors in potentially severe seasonal weather.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be able to obtain credentials required by airport, state, or customs requirements.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to frequently lift more than 70 pounds and constantly lift up to 70 pounds.
  • Must constantly push and pull up to 70 pounds.
  • Must constantly walk, stand, reach above the shoulder, climb, crawl, stoop, squat, kneel, and bend.
  • Must be able and willing to work rotating shifts and hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
  • Must be able and willing to work outdoors in weather that may include severe seasonal conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Marshall arriving, departing, and towed aircraft on the ramp.
  • Perform wing-walker duties to protect aircraft wings from equipment during pushback and de-ice aircraft as required.
  • Load, unload, sort, and transfer passenger baggage, airmail, freight, and company material to and from aircraft bins, belt loaders, and baggage carts.
  • Operate ramp equipment, including bag tugs, belt loaders, aircraft tow tractors, water servicing vehicles, and lavatory servicing vehicles.
  • When assigned, service aircraft cabins, clean lavatories and cabins, and restock supplies.
  • Adhere to safety procedures and policies and complete work safely and securely in accordance with company standards.
  • Immediately report safety and security incidents and potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned within the skills, experience, and capabilities expected for the position.

Benefits

  • Flight privileges for employees and eligible family members after 30 days.
  • Weekly pay for hourly employees.
  • Paid time off for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) for all employees.
  • Exclusive discounts and additional wellness programs.
  • Paid training for new employees.
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