(SBA) Part-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express•Goleta, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Ramp Agent supports aircraft ground operations at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport in California. The role involves loading and unloading baggage and cargo, moving carts, operating ground equipment, preparing aircraft for flights, and cleaning and servicing aircraft. The agent works outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions and must comply with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies. The position requires physical work, communication with coworkers and flight crews, and the ability to read aircraft load sheets, baggage tags, and cargo labels.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued U.S. 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 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 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 or flight crew.
Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand English.
Must be able to carry, bend, lift, and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 lbs.
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 for communications, and lift up to 70 lbs. consistently.
Must be able to pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to position qualifications.

Responsibilities

Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. throughout the shift; a single aircraft may require lifting over 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, to support 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.
Ensure compliance with United and FAA regulations and policies.
Use radio and electronic devices to communicate with coworkers or flight crew.
Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.