Wheelchair Agent

Huntleigh Usa Corporation • Fort Lauderdale, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

To fulfill the passenger services obligation for airline passengers who require a wheelchair either by necessity or for comfort.

Requirements

• Must be able to lift, squat, stoop, push, stand, and bend throughout the course of a shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and/or hold 75 pounds or more.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have a reliable telephone number for contact.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test as required (DOT or Non DOT) and submit to random testing requirements.
• Maintain a neat, well groomed, professional image at all times.
• Meet uniform standards as required
• No facial piercings
• No tattoos below the wrist or above the neck.

Nice To Haves

• If over 18 a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent may be required in some locations.
• High School Diploma or equivalent may be required in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely to and from required locations remaining alert to potential hazards which may cause an accident.
• Provide special assistance, general information, and directions to passengers as necessary in order to provide positive passenger relations.
• Project a positive and friendly image when interacting with passengers, responding to inquiries from airlines, staff, and the general public.
• Coordinate with dispatcher for assignments and gate agents regarding wheelchair assisted passengers.
• Comply with all Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint screening requirements and processes.
• Complete incident reports for accidents and out of the ordinary events while transporting passengers.
• Complete wheelchair logs to document “pushes.”
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED