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Gat Airline Ground Support
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An Airfield Operations Specialist ensures the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.
$48,884 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Ramp AgentRamp agents are responsible for loading and unloading aircraft baggage, guiding planes to and from their gates, operating baggage carts, de-icing planes and performing other airplane servicing duties. Ramp agents have fast-paced careers and should be comfortable working in any weather, including rain, snow, and heat. The ideal candidate is capable of working in stressful situations, under rigid time constraints, and potentially interacting with customers.
Responsibilities for Ramp AgentSafely lift, load, unload and transport baggage, mail, and cargo from aircraft to airportMaintain on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positionsProtect baggage and other equipment from damage, loss and weather conditionsDrive and operate ground equipment, such as tugs, cargo carts, service trucks, and belt loadersAssist with record-keeping and documentation to ensure correct routing of baggageAdhere to safety guidelines and maintain safe working conditions for yourself and othersCommunicate with managers and lead agents to manage daily schedulesReport equipment problems and breakdowns to facilitate fast repairsRequirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageAble to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spacesHigh school diploma or equivalent, such as successful completion of a GEDFamiliarity with basic computer programs to assist with record-keeping and baggage routingPossess a valid driver's license and have a good driving recordPass a physical agility test, depending on the airlineStrong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team goalsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, such as email and phoneFlexible schedule allowing work during nights, weekends and holidaysAdaptability to changing priorities and time management skillsGAT Airline Ground Support, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. GAT Airline Ground Support is a drug-free workplace and conducts a random drug test. Employment with GAT Airline Ground Support is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year criminal history records check, and drug screen as required. You must also have proof of high school or GED completion. Job Description Ramp AgentRamp agents are responsible for loading and unloading aircraft baggage, guiding planes to and from their gates, operating baggage carts, de-icing planes and performing other airplane servicing duties. Ramp agents have fast-paced careers and should be comfortable working in any weather, including rain, snow, and heat. The ideal candidate is capable of working in stressful situations, under rigid time constraints, and potentially interacting with customers.
Responsibilities for Ramp AgentSafely lift, load, unload and transport baggage, mail, and cargo from aircraft to airportMaintain on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positionsProtect baggage and other equipment from damage, loss and weather conditionsDrive and operate ground equipment, such as tugs, cargo carts, service trucks, and belt loadersAssist with record-keeping and documentation to ensure correct routing of baggageAdhere to safety guidelines and maintain safe working conditions for yourself and othersCommunicate with managers and lead agents to manage daily schedulesReport equipment problems and breakdowns to facilitate fast repairsRequirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageAble to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spacesHigh school diploma or equivalent, such as successful completion of a GEDFamiliarity with basic computer programs to assist with record-keeping and baggage routingPossess a valid driver's license and have a good driving recordPass a physical agility test, depending on the airlineStrong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team goalsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, such as email and phoneFlexible schedule allowing work during nights, weekends and holidaysAdaptability to changing priorities and time management skillsGAT Airline Ground Support, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. GAT Airline Ground Support is a drug-free workplace and conducts a random drug test. Employment with GAT Airline Ground Support is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year criminal history records check, and drug screen as required. You must also have proof of high school or GED completion.
Responsibilities for Ramp AgentSafely lift, load, unload and transport baggage, mail, and cargo from aircraft to airportMaintain on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positionsProtect baggage and other equipment from damage, loss and weather conditionsDrive and operate ground equipment, such as tugs, cargo carts, service trucks, and belt loadersAssist with record-keeping and documentation to ensure correct routing of baggageAdhere to safety guidelines and maintain safe working conditions for yourself and othersCommunicate with managers and lead agents to manage daily schedulesReport equipment problems and breakdowns to facilitate fast repairsRequirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageAble to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spacesHigh school diploma or equivalent, such as successful completion of a GEDFamiliarity with basic computer programs to assist with record-keeping and baggage routingPossess a valid driver's license and have a good driving recordPass a physical agility test, depending on the airlineStrong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team goalsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, such as email and phoneFlexible schedule allowing work during nights, weekends and holidaysAdaptability to changing priorities and time management skillsGAT Airline Ground Support, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. GAT Airline Ground Support is a drug-free workplace and conducts a random drug test. Employment with GAT Airline Ground Support is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year criminal history records check, and drug screen as required. You must also have proof of high school or GED completion. Job Description Ramp AgentRamp agents are responsible for loading and unloading aircraft baggage, guiding planes to and from their gates, operating baggage carts, de-icing planes and performing other airplane servicing duties. Ramp agents have fast-paced careers and should be comfortable working in any weather, including rain, snow, and heat. The ideal candidate is capable of working in stressful situations, under rigid time constraints, and potentially interacting with customers.
Responsibilities for Ramp AgentSafely lift, load, unload and transport baggage, mail, and cargo from aircraft to airportMaintain on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positionsProtect baggage and other equipment from damage, loss and weather conditionsDrive and operate ground equipment, such as tugs, cargo carts, service trucks, and belt loadersAssist with record-keeping and documentation to ensure correct routing of baggageAdhere to safety guidelines and maintain safe working conditions for yourself and othersCommunicate with managers and lead agents to manage daily schedulesReport equipment problems and breakdowns to facilitate fast repairsRequirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageAble to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spacesHigh school diploma or equivalent, such as successful completion of a GEDFamiliarity with basic computer programs to assist with record-keeping and baggage routingPossess a valid driver's license and have a good driving recordPass a physical agility test, depending on the airlineStrong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team goalsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, such as email and phoneFlexible schedule allowing work during nights, weekends and holidaysAdaptability to changing priorities and time management skillsGAT Airline Ground Support, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. GAT Airline Ground Support is a drug-free workplace and conducts a random drug test. Employment with GAT Airline Ground Support is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year criminal history records check, and drug screen as required. You must also have proof of high school or GED completion.