PT Ramp Agent - BUF Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Buffalo, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

LIFTING BAGS, GUIDING PLANES, LAUNCHING JOURNEYS - NOW HIRING RAMP AGENTS! The Ramp Agent is responsible for safely loading and unloading baggage, cargo, and mail, guiding aircraft to and from gates, and supporting ground operations to ensure efficient and secure airport service flow in compliance with safety and airline standards. WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT? Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (Benefits may vary based on eligibility) We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression BECOME A RAMP AGENT! Our Ramp Agents are responsible for the loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and mail as applicable onto the aircraft, along with guiding the aircraft to and from gates. You will be ensuring the secure and prompt handling of aircraft on the ground, in compliance with safety standards and airline guidelines. The duties extend to providing support for various ground operations, playing an important role in maintaining the seamless flow of airport services. WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS A RAMP AGENT Repetitive loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and mail as applicable onto aircraft with accuracy Operate ground service equipment such as pushbacks, tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts Read and analyze aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels Marshalling aircraft to and from gates Ensure safe movement of aircraft on the ground Lift heavy objects in varying weather conditions Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas Perform routine inspections of equipment and report any issues Follow standard operating procedures for ramp operations Adapt to the changing of flight schedules and priorities Exceed PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Eligible to work in the United States
Must have a valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents
Ability to use electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
Effectively communicate both in-person and through electronic means
Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
Ability to work any day/shift, including holidays, within a 24/7 operation
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
Must be able to push, pull
Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
Must be able to work at elevated heights
Exposure to outdoor elements
Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and kneel
Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Responsibilities

Loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and mail as applicable onto aircraft with accuracy
Operate ground service equipment such as pushbacks, tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts
Read and analyze aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
Marshalling aircraft to and from gates
Ensure safe movement of aircraft on the ground
Lift heavy objects in varying weather conditions
Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas
Perform routine inspections of equipment and report any issues
Follow standard operating procedures for ramp operations
Adapt to the changing of flight schedules and priorities
Exceed PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
Perform any additional duties as assigned by management