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Ramp Agent job at Menzies Aviation in Des Moines IA

Description, duties, responsibilities

Description
Responsible for providing ground support for inbound and outbound aircraft. Including baggage handling mail and freight handling aircraft servicing driving motorized equipment and cleaning of aircraft interiors.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. High School diploma or equivalent. 2. Computer experience preferred. 3. Previous customer service experience preferred. 4. Must be 18 years of age or older. 5. Must have reliable telephone and transportation. 6. Must have valid drivers license.
B. PERSONAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Treat all information as confidential. 2. Possess the tact to deal with all levels of situations client representatives employees and the public. 3. Must be able to do repeated heavy lifting (up to 70 lbs.) for extended periods of time on a regular basis. 4. Must be able to sit stand lift and/or bend throughout shift. 5. Must be willing and able to work in a variety of climatic conditions to include extreme heat and cold (over 100 to below 0) including high winds rain ice and snow. 6. Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests. 7. Must pass a Criminal Background check 8. Must be willing and able to cope with a variety of non-routine situations to include but not limited to early/late flights weather and mechanical delays passenger assistance including accommodation/re-accommodation. 9. Must be able to read write understand and carry out instructions in English. 10. Must be able to verbally direct in English. 11. Must be a citizen of the United States or possess the necessary authorization from the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). 12. Must have clear driving record.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Handling and care of passenger baggage. Loading unloading transportation to and from various locations of the airport. 2. Handling and care of U.S. Mail freight express parcels. Loading unloading transportation to and from various locations of the airport. 3. All ground handling must be accomplished in accordance to customer and G2 specifications. 4. Must be safety oriented. Safety of personnel passengers equipment and aircraft is your number one priority at all times. 5. Operation of various aircraft servicing equipment to handle aircraft electrical engine start lavatories and water service and deicing in some locations. 6. Provide safe guidance of aircraft to and from parked areas taxiways and gate areas. Utilizing visual hand verbal and electronic communications. 7. Pushing or towing aircraft to and from designated locations on the airport. 8. Able to assist disabled passengers in and out of the aircraft. 9. Thorough cleaning of aircraft interiors including turn and overnight as directed by company and/or client specifications and procedures. 10. Pull computer work assignments and provision aircraft as directed. 11. Pull assignments or work orders from computer as needed. 12. Do all reports accurately and in a timely manner. 13. Must be familiar with all FAA/Airline/Company/Airport regulations. 14. Keep supervisor informed of needs and problems in assigned areas maintain cleanliness of immediate work area and report maintenance needs. 15. Project a positive image and respond to inquiries from clients staff and public in a courteous manner. 16. Attend meetings and inservices as required. 17. Utilize appropriate communications channels and maintain records reports and files as required. 18. Must be attired in proper uniform and protective gear as directed by company officials and identification must always be visible. 19. Adhere to company policies and procedures and participate in achievement of company objectives. 20. Utilize company and client equipment supplies and resources in a conscientious cost effective manner. 21. Perform other duties as requested.
$17.50- $17.50
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
+ Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Education
Required
+ High School or better
Licenses and Certifications
Required
+ DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Menzies Aviation Company Overview

With more than 200 airport operations across 6 continents, Menzies Aviation relies on more than 30,000 employees to ensure that our services hit the heights which are expected of us. We believe that true excellence is only delivered by people with the knowledge, tools and passion to set standards rather than chase them. We offer landside and airside services tailored to our customers needs, timed to their schedules, and delivered by teams with the knowledge, tools and passion to set standards rather than chase them. Our core services include Ground Handling, Cargo, Fueling, Executive Services and Offline Services.