Airport Ramp Agentpt-PWM-Portland,ME Position in Portland,ME,USA

The hiring establishment is a dynamic airline company dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring efficient operations at the airport. This airline prides itself on maintaining high safety standards, operational excellence, and delivering a seamless travel experience for its passengers. As a key player in the aviation industry, the company operates with a strong commitment to the safety and satisfaction of customers while supporting a team-oriented and inclusive work environment. The role of the Ramp Agent is pivotal in the smooth functioning of airport ground operations. Ramp Agents are responsible for handling various critical tasks associated with aircraft servicing, baggage handling, and cargo management. This position requires individuals who are physically fit, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced and sometimes outdoor environment. Ramp Agents ensure that aircraft are safely loaded and unloaded and that all customer baggage, air cargo, and airmail are properly handled with care to prevent any loss, theft, or damage. Ramp Agents operate a variety of motorized equipment such as belt loaders, pushback tugs, lift trucks, and air start units to assist with these duties. They must maintain clear communication with Wing Walkers to ensure safe pushback operations. This role also involves recording and maintaining accurate documentation related to cargo and baggage handling activities using company information systems. Additionally, Ramp Agents assist with transporting cargo, baggage, and company materials to and from aircraft and ensure rigorous adherence to safety protocols during all operations. Successful candidates must undergo ramp and Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) training to obtain airport authority identification security clearance, signifying readiness to comply with airport security measures. This job demands the ability to lift and move heavy items regularly, perform various physical activities such as walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined or high locations. Ramp Agents must be able to work about jetway stairs carrying heavy loads and maintain a professional manner in communication both verbally and via radio equipment. This employment is typically full-time and offers a competitive pay structure with daily access to earned wages, paid holidays, and paid time off. The airline provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401k with company match options, exclusive flight benefits, and various wellness programs. Employees also benefit from exclusive discounts, creating a work environment that values welfare and work-life balance. Becoming a Ramp Agent offers an opportunity to be part of an exciting, fast-moving industry and contributes directly to the positive travel experiences of countless passengers worldwide.

• Must be a local (in-state) resident
• valid in-state driver's license
• ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• ability to pass up to a 10-year background check
• must be at least 18 years of age
• 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
• must be able to lift, carry, push, pull and move items of 70 pounds and/or more on a regular basis and repetitively lift weights of 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces
• must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods
• must be able to work in cramped or high places
• must be able to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs
• high school diploma or GED