Ramp Agent - Part-Time

1w1 week ago

United Ground Express

Nashville, US · Part-time · $28,000 – $38,000

About this role

Ramp Agents at United Ground Express handle baggage, cargo, and aircraft servicing at the Nashville airport. The position requires consistent physical effort to support flight operations and maintain on-time departures in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Daily work includes lifting items up to 70 lbs, operating tugs and belt loaders, pushing carts, and ascending jet-way stairs. Agents also clean aircraft interiors, service lavatories, and interpret load sheets while working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Team coordination happens through radio communication with co-workers and flight crew during loading, unloading, and gate operations. Shifts cover days, nights, weekends, and holidays with mandatory overtime possible based on flight schedules.

The role provides career advancement opportunities along with earned paid time off and discounted travel for immediate family. United Ground Express maintains equal opportunity employment practices across all protected categories.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Must acquire and maintain fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check
Available to work any shift including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags weighing up to 70 lbs
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Responsibilities

Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. throughout your shift
Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading operations
Drive ground equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, and bag carts
Clean the interior of the aircraft and service aircraft lavatories
Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
Prep and secure the aircraft for the next flight
Ensure compliance with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies
Use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew