(MEM) Part-Time Ramp Agent

United Ground Express•Memphis, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Ramp Agent supports aircraft turnaround operations at Memphis International Airport. The role involves handling baggage, boxes, and cargo; operating ground support equipment; cleaning and servicing aircraft; preparing aircraft for subsequent flights; and communicating with coworkers and flight crews. The work is performed outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions and requires compliance with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies. The position requires substantial physical activity, including lifting items weighing up to 70 pounds, pushing and pulling carts, climbing jet-way stairs, bending, stooping, and working in tight spaces. A single aircraft may require handling more than 100 items. The agent 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 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 position-related 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, nights, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational needs.
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 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 consistently and pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to the position.

Responsibilities

Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 pounds throughout the shift; a single aircraft may involve 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 baggage carts, to assist with aircraft movement and baggage delivery.
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.