Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.40
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Fly for free
retirement plan with 401(k) match
Profit-sharing
Health Insurance
Competitive health plans
opportunity for overtime
Shift premiums
Job Description
Southwest Airlines is a major American airline renowned for its commitment to providing low-cost, reliable, and customer-friendly air travel. Established as a leader in the airline industry, Southwest Airlines places a strong emphasis on creating a positive and inclusive work culture where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. The company is recognized for its innovative approach to air travel and its dedication to excellent customer service. Southwest Airlines promises a stable work environment with equal opportunities for learning and personal growth, promoting creativity and innovation to enhance operational effectiveness. Employees are treated with respect, care, and fairness, reflecting the... Show More
Job Requirements
- no education requirement
- must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- must be at least 18 years of age
- must be able to comply with company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- ability to work shift work and/or overtime
- must be able to lift and move items of 70 pounds and/or more
- must be able to climb, bend, kneel and stand on a frequent basis and for extended periods
- must be able to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs
- must maintain the ability to wear prescribed uniforms
- the pay amount doesn't guarantee employment for any particular period
Job Qualifications
- two years of airline or military related work experience in ramp, operations, or provisioning functions preferred
- must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements
- must possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's license
- may be required by station leadership to obtain a customs seal and meet all requirements to work international flights
- must be GSC qualified
- must comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing program
- ability to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand ramp operations procedures, rules and regulations
- ability to type and/or use a computer keyboard with sufficient speed to meet demands of the job
- must successfully complete operations agent training program with a 90 percent or greater average and evaluation
- must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed
- able to work under pressure and handle many functions at once with many different offices and/or groups of people
- must work under tight time constraints to accomplish quick turns of aircraft
- must possess good written and oral skills
- must present a well-groomed appearance in accordance with company handbook and labor agreement
- must be able to effectively communicate verbally by telephone, face to face and public address systems
- must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment
- must be able to communicate information and instructions verbally or via radio equipment
Job Duties
- provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external customers
- works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of the company
- responsible for providing legendary customer service to people boarding the aircraft by coordinating ramp, operations, provisioning and servicing aircraft to ensure on-time departures and quick turnarounds and to make up time on delayed flights
- works in airport operation office, gate area, jetways and air freight facilities
- may be exposed to a wide variety of weather conditions and jet and machinery noise and fumes
- opens and closes the stations, advising dispatch of same
- handles station AMS and radio communications traffic as needed
- coordinates loading and unloading of aircraft by monitoring ramp activities
- answers station operations' telephones
- advises gate agents when boarding will begin
- prepares dispatch release forms and collects weather reports from ops suite for the crew
- arranges for fueling of aircraft as required
- prepares weight and balance forms
- advises dispatch, FLIFO and stations of flight departures / arrivals
- closes out flights
- files and maintains accurate flight papers
- ascertains that aircraft are properly cleaned and provisioned prior to departure
- coordinates special services needed on aircraft such as servicing lavatories, cabin grooming, wheelchairs for customers and special emergency cleaning
- operates boarding bridge, coordinates boarding and deplaning customers
- works with gate agents in expediting the check-in process, collects boarding passes and/or electronic boarding data, and verifies boarding counts
- checks baggage, when necessary
- uses jetway stairs frequently to carry items from jetway to ramp
- writes and submits irregularity reports as required
- checks cargo on hand to see that it is properly logged and accounted for
- checks that all board mail and company material is dispatched and sent to indicated stations
- receives, refers, or makes paging calls and makes paging announcements, as appropriate
- keeps other station personnel advised of flight movements, weather conditions, and irregular operations
- prepares statistical reports to record information from trip papers
- operates equipment for flight information display systems and updates system when operationally necessary
- properly maintains and wears the uniform by company regulations and presents a neat and professional appearance while on duty
- provides friendly service to all co-workers and customers
- performs special task or assignments as delegated by supervisor or station management personnel
- responsible for ground security and assuring operations follow security procedures
- may perform the duties of a freight agent
- must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
- may perform other job duties as directed by employee's leaders
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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