Ramp Agent

2w2 weeks ago

Menzies

Charlotte, US · Full-time · $33,280 – $33,280

About this role

Menzies Aviation is seeking a full-time diligent Ramp Agent to join our Team. Since 1833, our teams have been driven by people, passion, and pride, and we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry.

As a Ramp Agent, you will play an important role in ensuring that flights run on time by maintaining detailed records of shipped goods, moving baggage and cargo from aircraft, and guiding aircraft to and from their gates. You will comfortably and continuously lift and move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft, transporting it between aircraft, airport terminals, and air cargo facilities.

This role involves frequent bending, stretching, push/pulling, stacking, and kneeling in small, confined locations. You will also operate motorized equipment and read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, and aircraft loading manifests.

Menzies Aviation is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. You will have a responsibility to take reasonable care of the health, safety, and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have high school diploma, GED, or six months prior ramp agent work experience
Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test
Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously
Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English
Must have a current driver's license with no violations over the past 5 years
Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals

Responsibilities

Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft
Transport cargo and baggage between aircraft, airport terminals, and air cargo facilities
Frequent bending, stretching, push/pulling, stacking, and kneeling in small, confined locations
Operate motorized equipment
Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags
Guide aircraft to and from their gates
Maintain detailed records of shipped goods
Perform other duties as assigned