Airport Ramp Agent

Summary

Load and unload cargo weighing up to 80 lbs. on and off aircraft within confined cargo areasLift, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers to and from aircraftTransport cargo between terminals and aircraft using a 3,000 lb. vehicle and attached cartsRead off-load sheets to determine cargo destinationsPerform aircraft push-out and towing functionsCommunicate with the cockpit using hand signals and voice commands, with or without sight or visual aidsReceive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company materials at designated express docksComplete forms and messages necessary for assigned functionsIdentify, question, and report unauthorized personnel or security breachesComply with the WFS site security planReport to work regularly and on timeRequirementsHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageAbility to work in a high-noise level environmentAbility to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without assistance of sight or visual aidsValid driver's licenseAbility to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and days offAbility to lift, push, and pull up to 80 lbs.Ability to judge distancesAbility to work in inclement weatherAbility to successfully communicate with othersAbility to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English languageMust join the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and pay union duesCore CompetenciesDemonstrates the ability to safely handle and transport cargo, operate vehicles, and communicate effectively in a high-noise environment. Proficient in following safety protocols and completing necessary documentation while adhering to union requirements.Highest-signal resume keywordsCargo HandlingVehicle OperationSafety ComplianceEffective CommunicationUnion MembershipHard SkillsCargo LoadingWeight LiftingContainer PositioningReading Off-Load SheetsAircraft TowingForm CompletionDistance JudgingSoft SkillsTeam CommunicationAdaptabilityCertifications & QualificationsValid Driver's LicenseIndustry KeywordsHigh-Noise EnvironmentTransport Workers UnionSecurity ComplianceTools & TechnologiesCargo Carts3,000 lb. Vehicle#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Load and unload cargo weighing up to 80 lbs. on and off aircraft within confined cargo areasLift, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers to and from aircraftTransport cargo between terminals and aircraft using a 3,000 lb. vehicle and attached cartsRead off-load sheets to determine cargo destinationsPerform aircraft push-out and towing functionsCommunicate with the cockpit using hand signals and voice commands, with or without sight or visual aidsReceive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company materials at designated express docksComplete forms and messages necessary for assigned functionsIdentify, question, and report unauthorized personnel or security breachesComply with the WFS site security planReport to work regularly and on timeRequirementsHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageAbility to work in a high-noise level environmentAbility to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without assistance of sight or visual aidsValid driver's licenseAbility to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and days offAbility to lift, push, and pull up to 80 lbs.Ability to judge distancesAbility to work in inclement weatherAbility to successfully communicate with othersAbility to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English languageMust join the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and pay union duesCore CompetenciesDemonstrates the ability to safely handle and transport cargo, operate vehicles, and communicate effectively in a high-noise environment. Proficient in following safety protocols and completing necessary documentation while adhering to union requirements.Highest-signal resume keywordsCargo HandlingVehicle OperationSafety ComplianceEffective CommunicationUnion MembershipHard SkillsCargo LoadingWeight LiftingContainer PositioningReading Off-Load SheetsAircraft TowingForm CompletionDistance JudgingSoft SkillsTeam CommunicationAdaptabilityCertifications & QualificationsValid Driver's LicenseIndustry KeywordsHigh-Noise EnvironmentTransport Workers UnionSecurity ComplianceTools & TechnologiesCargo Carts3,000 lb. Vehicle#J-18808-Ljbffr