Airport Ramp Supervisor (Delta) - SYR - Syracuse, NY

The hiring establishment is a prominent airline known for providing exceptional air travel services and maintaining a strong reputation within the aviation industry. The company operates a comprehensive range of flights connecting various destinations domestically and internationally, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and passenger satisfaction. Committed to excellence, the airline prioritizes customer service, operational safety, and employee development, making it a great place for aviation professionals to grow their careers. The company encourages a team-oriented environment and leverages modern technology and equipment to streamline operations and enhance the travel experience for its passengers. This position is a full-time opportunity and offers competitive pay along with various benefits designed to attract and retain top talent in the aerospace sector. This job role is centered around ground handling and ramp service duties, crucial to the smooth functioning of airport operations and timely aircraft turnaround. The role requires loading, unloading, servicing, and guiding customer aircraft while ensuring the safety and security of baggage, cargo, and mail against damage, loss, or theft. Employees in this position will operate and maintain various pieces of ground equipment, including pushback tugs, lift trucks, belt loaders, and deicers, to assist in efficient aircraft servicing and cargo handling. Staff are also responsible for proper documentation and recording of baggage and freight, maintaining communication protocols, and adhering strictly to airport authority security measures, including ramp and SIDA training for airport authority identification. Successful candidates will be physically capable of handling heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks, including climbing, bending, and working in high or confined spaces. The airline values candidates who can demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and through radio equipment, to coordinate effectively with team members and aircrew, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to safety regulations. Additionally, local residency and in-state driver’s licensing are mandatory due to airport security and access requirements. The position also requires passing background checks and pre-employment drug screening to maintain industry compliance and safety standards. The company highly encourages candidates with prior relevant experience but is also willing to bring on individuals dedicated to learning and performing proficiently in this demanding and dynamic environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team contributing directly to the success of daily flight operations while gaining valuable experience in the fast-paced airline ramp service sector.

• 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 jet way stairs
• high school diploma or GED