Lead Ramp Agent

5w1 month ago

Menzies

Austin, US · Full-time · $35,000 – $45,000

About this role

Since 1833, Menzies Aviation has been driven by people, passion, and pride, evolving into a critical partner in the global aviation industry. As a Lead Ramp Agent in Austin, you will lead the outbound bag room and oversee the unloading and loading of luggage, freight, and cargo on and off commercial aircraft.

Your day-to-day involves driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles, safely lifting and moving 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage, and transporting it between aircraft, terminals, and air cargo facilities. You will also assist and train Ramp Agents to ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company and carrier standards.

You will work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment where adherence to established procedures and protocols is paramount. The role requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching, and you will be responsible for reading and interpreting weight and balance load sheets, hazardous material labels, and aircraft loading manifests.

Menzies Aviation is committed to providing a safe working environment and enforces a Substance Misuse Policy through regular testing. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Requirements

Prior Ramp experience preferable.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70 lbs.
Must pass Drug testing.
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal.

Responsibilities

Lead and participate in the movement of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, outbound bag room, airport terminals, air cargo facilities, and other aircraft.
Safely and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage from the outbound bag room, on and off aircraft, and transport between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
Assist Ramp Agents in their assigned areas to ensure Agents are performing their duties in a professional, safe and efficient manner, according to Company/Carrier’s standards.
Train employees during on-the-job training and/or airline specific training or assign employees to work with experienced agents.
Read, interpret and complete aircraft weight and balance load sheets, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
Drive and operate small specialized commercial vehicles on the airfield.
Adhere to all standards and procedures ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

Benefits

Opportunity to work for a critical partner in the global aviation industry with over 300 locations in 65 countries.
Commitment to a safe working environment with regular substance misuse testing.
Equal opportunity employer fostering an inclusive working environment.
On-the-job training and airline specific training opportunities.