Ramp Agent

MTJ-US2, 2100 Airport Rd, Montrose Regional Airport Southwest Ticket Counter, Montrose, CO 81401, USA.

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Role Purpose

Menzies Aviation is seeking a full-time diligent Ramp Agent to join our team. The Ramp Agent plays an important role in ensuring that flights run on time by maintaining records of shipped goods, moving baggage and cargo from aircraft, and guiding aircraft to and from their gates.

What you will be doing

• Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
• Frequent bending, stretching, pushing/pulling, stacking and kneeling in small, confined locations.
• Operate motorized equipment.
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance

You have a responsibility to take reasonable care of your health, safety and the wellbeing of others in accordance with training and workplace health and safety rules. The company is committed to a safe working environment. There is a risk to health and welfare from misuses of alcohol and drugs; the company prohibits misuse and conducts regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or six months prior ramp agent work experience.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 70 lbs. continuously.
• Must be able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English.
• Must have a current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Customs badges/seals.

Pay
: $17.00 Hourly

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where diverse perspectives are valued.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may use a variety of resourcing tools to assess your skills and experience in relation to the role.

Application Instructions

If this role ticks all the boxes for you, please apply now.

Qualifications

High School or better.

Experience

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