Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.72
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Fly for free
retirement savings plan
Profit sharing
Health Insurance
401(k) company match
Shift premiums
overtime
Job Description
Southwest Airlines is a major American airline renowned for its outstanding commitment to customer service, employee satisfaction, and operational excellence. As a recognized leader in the aviation industry, Southwest Airlines prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that encourages employee creativity, innovation, and personal growth. The company operates with a strong promise to provide stable work environments, fair opportunities for learning and advancement, and a respectful workplace that mirrors the caring attitude extended to every Southwest customer. Known for its low-cost, reliable, and friendly air travel, Southwest Airlines has built a reputation as a highly trusted airline... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid state motor vehicle operator's license
- Ability to lift and move items of 70 pounds or more on a regular basis
- Ability to repetitively lift weights of 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods
- Ability to work in cramped or high places
- Ability to carry heavy items up and down jetway stairs
- Able to maintain a well-groomed appearance per company standards
- Must comply with company attendance and shift work standards
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to work shift work and overtime
- Must be able to successfully complete Ramp Agent training
- Ability to communicate via radio equipment
- Must adhere to grooming and uniform standards
Job Qualifications
- No education requirement
- Must possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's license
- Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements
- May be required to obtain a Customs Seal and meet requirements to work international flights
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete Ramp Agent training program with 90 percent or greater average and evaluation period
- Ability to read documents, follow instructions, and learn ramp operations procedures, rules and regulations
- Must be able to communicate verbally and via radio equipment
- Must be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft
- Must maintain grooming standards as outlined in the Ground Operations Employee Handbook and Labor Agreement
- Ability to work well with others as part of a team
- Must be able to handle emergencies and hazardous situations as needed
- Ability to work under stressful situations and tight time constraints
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Job Duties
- Provide friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external customers
- Work in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of the company
- Responsible for providing legendary customer service by servicing aircraft at ramps and terminals
- Load, unload, service, guide, and direct company aircraft
- Receive and record customer baggage, air freight, mail, and company materials as required
- Handle all aspects of loading, stowing, and unloading baggage, cargo, airmail, air freight, ballast and company materials according to a predetermined plan
- Submit cargo bin loading slips to operations agents
- Pick up, deliver, and transport cargo and baggage to and from aircraft
- Warehouse, weigh, stack, pick up and deliver air cargo
- Safeguard customers' baggage, cargo, and company materials from weather, loss, theft, damage or destruction
- Use jetway stairs frequently to carry items to the aircraft bin
- Review and correct cargo forms as necessary
- Perform interior aircraft cabin cleaning including sweeping, cleaning windows, galleys, and disposal containers
- Clean and service lavatories, operate lavatory carts, and dispose of contents
- Stock aircraft cabin interiors as a provisioning agent
- Transport cabin and cleaning equipment between aircraft storage areas
- Operate motorized equipment such as belt loaders, air start units, lift trucks, pushback tugs, bag carts, lavatory carts, and de-icers
- Manually push and pull push carts and containers
- Work around passenger terminals, hangars, and airfreight facilities both indoors and outdoors
- Complete forms and paperwork connected with work assignments
- Meet all physical ability requirements and adhere to grooming standards
- Perform other job duties as directed by leaders.
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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