(SAV) Part-Time Ramp Agent UPS

United Ground Express•Savannah, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Ramp Agent supports aircraft turnaround operations at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The role involves loading and unloading baggage and cargo, moving carts, operating ground equipment, cleaning and servicing aircraft, and preparing aircraft for their next flights. The position requires outdoor work in all temperatures and weather conditions, along with compliance with United and FAA regulations and policies. This is a physically demanding role requiring frequent lifting and movement of baggage and cargo, including lifting up to 70 pounds and potentially handling over 100 items for a single aircraft. Agents communicate with coworkers and flight crews using radio equipment and must be available for any shift, including days, 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 required credentials, including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check.
Must successfully complete applicable pre-employment screening, which may include a drug screen and hearing and vision checks.
Must be available for 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 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.
Must be able to utilize radio equipment for communications.
Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds on a consistent basis.
Must be able to pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to the position.

Responsibilities

Lift baggage, boxes, and cargo weighing up to 70 pounds, potentially handling over 100 items for one aircraft.
Push and pull loaded and empty carts during loading and unloading operations.
Carry baggage while ascending and descending jet-way stairs.
Bend, stoop, and crawl to move and stack or unstack aircraft cargo.
Drive ground equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, and baggage 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 FAA regulations and policies.
Use radio and electronic devices to communicate with coworkers and flight crews.
Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.