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Want to work for one of the leading Ground Handling companies in the world?

Join Menzies Aviation and be part of our family!

• Location: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
• Shift: 1:00pm to 9pm OR 5:00pm to 1:00am - may need to stay longer based on operational needs
• Rate of Pay: $18.00 - $20.00*/hour. *Once fully trained as a Ramp/Deicer Agent, pay will be at $20.00/hour when assigned as the Deicer Agent.
• Flight Benefits: after successfully completing 90 days probational period
• Required: driver's license, social security card and either a passport or birth certificate

New hire orientation will be held at O'Hare International Airport for up to 5 days.

The Ramp Agent will be responsible for loading and unloading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft, in the outbound bag room and the baggage claim area. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stretching, and frequent kneeling.

Watch our Ramp Agent Video Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXNYUIyQLJA

Key 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.
• Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security, and all government statutory requirements.
• Required to attend the mandatory training imposed by the Company and Airlines as per job role.
• Perform aircraft de-icing during winter operations.
• Comply with Company uniform standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must pass drug testing.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Work is done primarily outdoors, must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must pass FBI background check and obtain Airport security badge.
• Prior Ramp experience preferable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships

Benefits

• Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor
• Three Health Plans through Meritain Health that offer a variety of coverage
• Two Dental Plans through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance Plan through Met Life Vision
• Flight benefits- free airline flights after 30 days of employment
• Paid Vacation
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Critical Illness Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage Plan
• Company Paid Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prepaid Legal Coverage Plan
• Identity Theft Protection Plan
• Pet Discount Coverage and Pet Insurance Plan
• Uniform Provided

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, high voltages, and high hydraulic/pneumatic pressures. The employee is also frequently exposed to very loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles, and hazardous substances, materials, or waste. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear.

An employee may also engage in debris removal which involves lifting, bending, and stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 lbs.

Required

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

EMPLOYEE BADGE

DRIVERS LICENSE