Ramp Agent - Cathay Pacific Operations; QAS PDX

Ramp Agent - Cathay Operations (PDX)

Portland, OR

Quantem Aviation Services is a premier aircraft handling provider offering cargo warehousing, mail handling, ramp handling, terminal services, and GSE fuel supply and maintenance services.

Salary: $21.00 per hour

TYPE: Part‑Time |
MUST obtain a SIDA airport badge |
MUST pass a pre‑employment drug screen, including THC |
SCHEDULE: Varies – flexibility required to accommodate flight modifications

• Insurance – health, dental and life
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Competitive wages
• Flexible schedule
• Career advancement opportunities & mentorship programs
• On‑the‑job training
• $300 referral bonus – unlimited
• Daily Pay

As a Ramp Agent you will work as part of a team delivering safe and efficient aircraft services, providing the highest level of customer service, and keeping passengers and aircraft moving safely and on time.

• Properly and safely loads and unloads freight, including build‑up and break‑down of cargo pallets and freight containers following guidelines.
• Hold equipment certifications and operate equipment safely.
• Obtain proper security documents for all shipments.
• Verify upon receipt from customers: shipment pieces, weight, dimensions, and airworthiness.
• Verify upon delivery to customers: shipment pieces and airway bill numbers.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Maintain and treat all information as confidential.
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English.
• Must be able to verbally direct in English.
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position.

• Warehouse – physically strenuous, prolonged periods of standing, exposure to noise, potentially unpleasant odors, varying temperatures and humidity, in and around heavy moving equipment.
• Outdoor – prolonged periods of standing, exposure to weather, dust, dirt, fuel, fumes and noise, in or around heavy equipment and moving vehicles.

• Must be able to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to speak and hear efficiently.
• Able to lift, push, pull up to 75 pounds at times.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 15 feet in height.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling.