What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emirates Ramp Agent position at Menzies Aviation?
Description
Position Requirements :
Heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and adapt to changing tasks
Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
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 push / 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.
Qualifications :
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have 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 proficiently
Must have 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 Custom badges / seals
Prior Ramp experience a plus
Benefits
Advancement Opportunities
Health Plans through Maritain Health that offer a variety of coverage
Dental Plans through Delta Dental
Vision Insurance Plan through Met Life Vision
Paid Vacation / Sick (fulltime employees)
Critical Illness Coverage Plan
Hospital Indemnity Coverage Plan
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
401K Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Prepaid Legal Coverage Plan
Identity Theft Protection Plan
Pet Discount Coverage and Pet Insurance Plan
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Required
EMPLOYEE BADGE
DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
