Ramp Lead - RIC Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Ramp Lead oversees ramp operations to ensure the safe, efficient handling of aircraft, baggage, and cargo, coordinating with ramp staff, flight crews, and operations control for timely turnarounds. WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS A RAMP LEAD Guide inbound/outbound aircraft to and from the gate safely, preventing damage or injury Communicate effectively with flight crews, ground staff, and operations control to ensure timely aircraft turnarounds Train and mentor ramp staff on best practices and safety protocols Conduct regular inspections of the ramp area and equipment to maintain safety standards Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and oversee safe operation of vehicles, equipment, and personnel Safely load, unload, and transport baggage, mail, and cargo to and from aircraft Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards Perform any additional duties as assigned by management WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT? Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (part-time benefits may vary) 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 Enjoy a competitive pay scale

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
Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Minimum of 1 year of experience in ramp operations or a similar role in the aviation industry
Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
Pass a background check and drug screen
Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
May need to push, pull
May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
Exposure to outdoor elements
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

Guide inbound/outbound aircraft to and from the gate safely, preventing damage or injury
Communicate effectively with flight crews, ground staff, and operations control to ensure timely aircraft turnarounds
Train and mentor ramp staff on best practices and safety protocols
Conduct regular inspections of the ramp area and equipment to maintain safety standards
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and oversee safe operation of vehicles, equipment, and personnel
Safely load, unload, and transport baggage, mail, and cargo to and from aircraft
Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
Perform any additional duties as assigned by management