Ramp Operation-Forklift

Job Description:

Job Description:

Do you enjoy working outdoors in a fast-paced, safety-obsessed aviation environment?

As a Ramp Agent, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that flights operate on time by providing efficient ground support services. Forklift experience required.

Alliance Ground International (AGI) is one of the largest independently owned ground handling companies, providing services to over 100 airlines in 61 airports across the U.S. and Canada. We are home to over 12,000 team members supporting over 1.5 Billion Kilograms and over 400,000 departures. Our Ground division has a strong reputation in aviation ground services. We are committed to delivering the highest quality service and maintaining our outstanding safety record. As we continue to grow, we seek only the best in the industry.

Job responsibilities:

• Guide inbound/outbound airplanes to and from the gate.

• Transport, lift, load/unload, sort and transfer passenger baggage, cargo, and mail material in and out of aircraft bins, belt loader, or baggage carts in a safe manner.

• Safeguards customer baggage, air cargo, airmail from weather, loss, theft, damage, and/or destruction.

• Clean aircraft passenger cabins between flights and stock aircraft with needed supplies.

• Operate heavy equipment, such as pushback equipment, and maintain visual contact with Wing Walkers to ensure the equipment is free from any danger.

• Operate and/or drive motorized equipment, such as belt loaders, air-start units, lift trucks, push-back tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and deicers; or manually push and pull pushcarts and containers.Operate equipment to move luggage and cargo, tow planes between gates, and refill water tanks and lavatories.

• Receive and record customer baggage, air freight, mail, and company materials as required.

• Pick up, deliver, and transport cargo and baggage to and from aircraft, which may include wheelchairs, strollers, live animals, and other essential items of passengers' property, and prepare records in connection with these responsibilities.

• Complete all paperwork and forms related to work assignments, including procedures, and enter data into the company's information system as required.

• Follow company procedures and protocols to ensure consistent, safe, and responsible operation.

• Complete all training when required by the company, airport governing authority, or customer when required.

• Be on time, be prepared, and be safe. Be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Safety, Security, and Compliance:

All AGI Team members have a responsibility and duty while at work to:

• Take reasonable care for the health, well-being, safety, and security of themselves and of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions while at work.

• Cooperate with their manager/supervisor to allow them to perform or comply with any legal requirements imposed on the company.

• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided by the company in the interests of health, well-being, safety, security, or welfare reasons.

• Inform their manager/supervisor of any work situation, equipment, or activity that poses a serious or immediate danger to their health, well-being, safety, or security.

• Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences to your manager/supervisor, who will then follow the procedures outlined in the company's and carrier's Safety and Security procedures.

• Carry out work in accordance with the information and training provided, as well as any specific health, well-being, safety, and security rules or procedures.

• Fully understand AGI Health & Safety and Security policies.

• Attend training courses as may be required by AGI.

Physical Requirements:

• This job requires physical stamina and strength - Ramp Agents must be able to lift / carry / push / pull and move items 70 pounds (32 kg) or more regularly and repetitively lift items weighing 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces.

• Must be able to carry heavy items up and down narrow jetway stairs.

• Must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.

• Must be able to work in cramped or high places.

• Must be able to be alerted to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment to communicate with crew and airport authorities.

• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather, around jet and machinery noises.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good Communication Skills - Ramp Agents must be able to communicate information and instructions effectively, both verbally and via radio equipment, in a professional manner to the flight crew, gate agents, and other ground crew members to coordinate the movement and handling of planes, equipment, baggage, and cargo.

• Basic math skills: Ramp agents may be required to calculate weight and balance calculations for planes.

• Computer skills: Ramp agents may be required to use computer systems to track cargo and baggage.

• Problem-solving skills: Ramp agents may be called upon to troubleshoot issues during loading and unloading.

• Time management skills: Ramp agents must be able to manage their time effectively to complete tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma, GED, or work experience equivalent.

• Forklift Experience Required.

• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• If the work location is in the United States, you must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

• Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.

• If required by customer or role access, be able to secure a Customs Seal through the respective governing agency.

• Preferred Qualifications - One+ year of relevant experience.

AGI offers a comprehensive benefits package for all employees, including paid vacation and medical/dental / vision coverage for full-time, qualified employees, as well as medical coverage for part-time employees. AGI also provides free uniforms and free on-the-job training to all employees. Additional benefits include a company-matched 401(k) program, a company-paid employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance, and travel discounts on car rentals, hotels, and cruises, among others.

The successful AGI team member brings their "A" game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety!

Alliance Ground International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AGI is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.