AeroCareers Job Posting: Cargo Ramp Agent - $20 per HOUR at Swissport International AG. This is a Full-Time role in NYC, NY, USA, NY. Salary: $20 - $20.

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Cargo Ramp Agent - $20 per HOUR

Posted on October 24, 2025

NYC, NY, USA, NY Full-Time $20 - $20
Swissport is a global leader in the aviation services industry, providing comprehensive ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million passengers annually. The company is recognized for its commitment to delivering tailor-made solutions that enhance the customer experience across the globe. Swissport values its employees as its greatest asset and embraces core values including Show You Care, Do The Right Things, and Win as a Team. These values shape the company culture and are integral to its ongoing success in a competitive marketplace. Swissport's global network spans numerous airports worldwide, offering diverse career opportunities and a dynamic work environment that emphasizes teamwork, safety, and excellence. The role of Cargo Ramp Operative at Swissport is a full-time, hands-on position essential to the smooth operation of ground support services. This role is central to the loading and unloading of baggage, cargo, and specialized items such as wheelchairs and child strollers, ensuring timely and safe transfer between aircraft and the terminal. The operative will provide critical under-wing support services including marshalling aircraft during arrivals and departures, servicing aircraft water and lavatories, and operating a variety of ground support equipment such as tow tractors, belt loaders, and de-icing units. This position offers a competitive pay rate of $20.50 per hour and comes with an attractive benefits package that supports employee health and well-being, including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, and company-paid holidays. Candidates for this role should be prepared to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment that requires physical stamina and flexibility to work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Swissport encourages a commitment to safety and communication skills to ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements. The ideal candidate will have previous ramp experience and a valid driver's license. The company also values candidates who demonstrate excellent health and safety awareness and those capable of lifting heavy objects up to 70 pounds (32 kilograms). Joining Swissport means becoming part of a team dedicated to connecting the world of aviation with a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather
  • flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
  • lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)