What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ramp agent position at Horizon Air?
Role Summary
The Ground Service Agent works in a fast-paced environment performing activities related to working on the airport ramp and keeping flights running smoothly and safely.
Key Duties
Load and offload luggage and cargo, transporting to various airport locations.
Distribute all paperwork to flight crews including fuel slips, load plans, cargo manifests and flight releases.
Prepares weight and balance forms and ensures load integrity by inputting accurate commodity codes and weights into a data entry system.
Service aircraft as necessary to include lavatory, potable water, aircraft grooming, deicing and security searches.
Operates and / or drives multiple types of equipment, such as belt-loaders, tugs, air-start units, bag carts, lavatory carts and deice trucks.
Execute aircraft tow operations if required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Day in the Life
For a preview of a day in the life of a Horizon Ground Service Agent, view the video below.
If you are unable to view the video, click this link : https : / / alaskahorizoncareers.com / qxgsa
Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills
Required
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to consistently lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
Ability to perform basic mathematics.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
Ability to participate in paid training that may require overnight travel.
Ability to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
Ability to communicate in English, high school diploma or equivalent, minimum age of 18, and authorization to work in the U.S.
Airport SIDA Badge Requirements
Important update for non-crew employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar : Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge.
Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview.
Job-Specific Leadership Expectations
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.
Starting Rate
USD $18.00 / Hr.
Total Rewards
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous 401k match program
Quarterly and annual bonus plans
Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska / Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Last updated : 2024-03-02
Salary : $18
