American Airlines Group - Asheville, NC
posted 4 months ago
At Piedmont Airlines, we are excited to share our passion for aviation with you! We are looking for a motivated and reliable professional to join our team as a Ramp Agent in our Ground Handling Department. This part-time position is essential to our operations, focusing primarily on baggage handling and servicing aircraft in a fast-paced outdoor airport environment. As a Ramp Agent, you will be responsible for ensuring that both company goals and customer expectations are met while completing your daily tasks. Successful candidates will undergo and complete the Ramp Agent training course, which is crucial for performing the duties of this role effectively. This position reports directly to the General Manager. The Ramp Agent's essential duties include responsible below-the-wing servicing of the aircraft, which encompasses loading and unloading baggage and cargo, operating motorized service vehicles and equipment, guiding and parking aircraft, performing cabin maintenance tasks, and de-icing aircraft. Teamwork is vital in this role, as you will work collaboratively to provide excellent customer service and meet corporate objectives. The work environment is dynamic and requires adaptability to various weather conditions and elevated noise levels, as you will be working on the airport ramp. Candidates must be prepared for a physically demanding role that includes frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, and climbing up and down stairs. You will also be required to handle objects weighing up to 70 pounds and assist passengers with disabilities, including pushing wheelchairs. Employment is contingent upon a valid driver's license, a clear driving record, a 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and a drug screen as required. Additionally, proof of high school or GED completion is necessary, and candidates must be at least 18 years of age.