Ramp Safety Officer

DO • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

DO & CO is seeking a Ramp Safety Officer in Romulus to help maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality ramp activities. The position ensures compliance with safety protocols, models safe practices, and supports coordination of ground operations. The role oversees ramp, ground, and transportation operations; promotes regulatory and company-policy compliance; trains and coaches drivers and other team members; and identifies and addresses operational hazards. The officer also conducts inspections and investigations and documents findings and recommended preventative measures.

The position requires at least one year of related work experience, a valid driver’s license, successful completion of the required airport security clearance process, and the ability to work long hours on foot in varying temperatures. Shifts may vary and can include nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a related field.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and outstanding communication skills.
• Successfully complete the mandatory airport security clearance process for the assigned location, including meeting TSA and U.S. Customs requirements under 49 CFR §1542.209 and obtaining the appropriate airport-issued identification badge.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to customer service.
• Solution-oriented mindset and sound decision-making abilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Hands-on, can-do mentality and proactive work ethic.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ramp, ground, and transportation operations to support safe, efficient, uninterrupted workflow through logistics and supply-chain coordination.
• Ensure compliance with airport authority regulations, airline requirements, TSA, OSHA, DOT, company policies, and applicable airside and landside safety standards.
• Enforce ramp safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures in accordance with airport, airline, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise drivers to ensure compliance with airside driving rules, airport permits, vehicle safety standards, and company transportation policies.
• Verify that drivers maintain valid airport IDs, airside driving permits, and required certifications.
• Conduct driver safety briefings and coaching on safe practices on ramps and airport roadways.
• Deliver ramp and driver safety training to team members.
• Motivate and supervise team members to foster a safety-first culture and maintain operational standards.
• Monitor daily operations, identify hazards, and intervene to correct unsafe behaviors, conditions, or procedural deviations.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of ramp operations, vehicles, and equipment; document findings and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate safety incidents, near-misses, and non-compliance events; prepare reports and recommend preventative measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Ramp Safety Manager and Operations Manager.

Benefits

• 401K for eligible full-time employees.
• Healthcare benefits for eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Daily complimentary meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Career development opportunities nationally and internationally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed