United Airlines
Ramp Service Employee - Full Time
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Description
The Ramp Service Employee (RSE) is responsible for processing baggage, boxes, and/or cargo between baggage/cargo areas in the airport facilities and aircraft, as well as receiving and dispatching aircraft. We pride ourselves on being an on-time airline and are seeking dedicated individuals that understand a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards of operational safety and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of operational aircraft service duties as assigned at the ramp and terminal
- Functional tasks include, but are not limited to, the loading, stowing, and unloading of cargo, mail, and baggage; and the operation of mechanical equipment and motor vehicles such as long wheelbase lorries, cargo and belt loaders and baggage tugs (training to be provided)
- Work outside in all kinds of weather, as we don’t stop flying when it rains, snows or is too hot
- The role involves a large degree of team-based manual work as well as reading and interpreting reference materials, instructions, procedures, and policies
- Physical lifting, pulling, or pushing of baggage and containers will be frequently required, often in confined spaces
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Qualifications
What's Needed to Succeed
- Secondary Level Education certificate, High School Diploma or GED
- Effective communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Ability to work to strict timelines
- An excellent record of dependability
- Must be comfortable working with heights
- Must love physical activity, as you will be lifting as many as 100 items per flight, some weighing as much as 70 lbs
- Must be willing and able to lift 70lbs (30 kgs) on a daily basis
- Must have a valid passport to obtain airport clearances
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Full UK driving license with 3 points or less
- Must be able to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
- Must be flexible to work all shifts and, when necessary, available 7 days a week / 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends, to deal with any operational and/or unforeseen situations
- Must be able to undergo a full background and Criminal Record Check that is a job-specific requirement
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom for any employer without sponsorship
- Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
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- Previous airline/airport experience
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