Airline Services Baggage Handler/Ramp Agent I - PT - 4am-6am Start Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Airline flight benefits
Flexible Schedule
On-the-job training
Uniform allowance
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
employee recognition programs
Job Description
Lehigh Valley Airline Services is a reputable provider of comprehensive airline ground handling services based at the Lehigh Valley International Airport in Allentown, PA. The company specializes in delivering efficient and professional ramp and baggage handling operations, ensuring seamless support for airlines and their passengers. As a critical part of the airport’s daily functionality, Lehigh Valley Airline Services is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, security, and customer service. The organization thrives on a dedicated workforce equipped with the necessary training and resources to manage the multifaceted operations associated with aircraft ground services. This includes tasks related to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Have a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
- Read, write, and speak English at a basic level
- Demonstrate basic mathematical skills
- Have basic computer skills and knowledge of office equipment
- Have effective verbal and written communication skills
- Successfully complete all required airline and airport training
- Be able to respond to emergencies and severe weather
- Pass drug screenings including new hire and random tests
- Pass a criminal background check
- Regularly stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel
- Lift up to 70 lbs unassisted
- Have vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Possess sufficient auditory ability and tolerate noise exposure up to 150 decibels with hearing protection
- Talk and hear effectively
- Tolerate exposure to loud noise, temperature changes, heat, and humidity
- Work outside in all weather conditions
- Use hands and fingers to type, handle bags, boxes, and controls
- Work near moving mechanical parts
- Be able to move within the work area
- Work in inclement weather including extreme cold and warm temperatures
Job Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
- Read, write, and speak English at a basic comprehensive level
- Basic mathematical skills
- Basic computer skills including knowledge of general office equipment
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Successfully pass all airline and airport initial and recurrent training
- Must be able to respond to emergency situations and severe weather conditions
- Successfully pass new hire and random drug screenings
- Must pass a criminal background check
Job Duties
- Aircraft towing, marshalling aircraft to and from the gates, lavatory servicing, potable water servicing, aircraft de-icing
- Aircraft interior cleaning, aircraft and commissary security searches
- Stock aircraft and carts with supplies as required
- Load, offload, and transport luggage to and from the aircraft
- Provide proper handling of baggage requiring special care
- Properly operate, maintain, and fuel heavy motorized equipment including baggage tractors/tugs, belt loaders, push-back tugs, deicing and commissary trucks
- Ensure ramp area is safe and free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD)
- General housekeeping, snow removal, maintaining clean assigned area
- Work in conjunction with other departments to ensure on-time performance
- Adhere to all airline, TSA, and FAA regulations as well as Authority policies, procedures, and best practices while upholding safety, security, and service
- Professionally communicate over a two-way radio, cheerfully manage telephone calls
- Assist customers with luggage and wheelchair requests
- Must be available to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays and stay late during irregular operations
- Additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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