Lead Ramp Agent

Opportunity in Decatur

Job Title: Lead Ramp Agent (Gig/Contract) Hiring Organization: Delta Air Lines Location: Decatur, IL Urgency: Immediate consideration in Decatur. Experience: Open to all levels.

Pay: $22-$28/Hour (approx. $52k/Year) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Decatur.

Responsibilities

This role centers on your professional skills within the Aviation Management space in Decatur.

• This Decatur-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Delta Air Lines team in Decatur, IL is growing.
• Benefit from working in Decatur, a key hub for the Aviation Management industry.

Lead the Team on the Tarmac

Role Overview

Take your ramp agent jobs experience to the next level as a Lead Ramp Agent. In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of ground handling staff, ensuring that every aircraft turnaround is performed safely and efficiently. This is one of the most vital airport jobs for maintaining our flight schedule and safety standards.

Leadership Duties

• Supervise: Direct the loading and unloading process, assigning tasks to crew members.
• Training: Mentor new hires on safety protocols, equipment operation, and marshaling signals.
• Audit: Perform safety checks on ground support equipment (GSE) and ensure proper PPE usage.
• Problem Solve: Resolve operational issues such as late bags or weight and balance discrepancies with the flight deck.

Why Lead at Delta?

• Growth: This role is a stepping stone to Operations Management.
• Compensation: Higher base pay plus performance bonuses and profit sharing.
• Impact: Directly influence the safety culture and on-time performance of a global airline.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of previous airline/ramp experience required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Valid Driver's License.

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