Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Ramp Agent

Shipping & ReceivingUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$19 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Good command of spoken and written English.
A valid driver's license.
Ability to work in inclement weather.
Flexibility to work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Health and safety awareness.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 70 pounds (32 kilograms).

Responsibilities

Provide under-wing ground support services, including baggage and cargo loading and unloading, aircraft marshalling, and water and lavatory servicing.
Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure.
Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, including bulk cargo and containers or pallets, onto carts or dollies.
Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver them to the designated location.
Provide special handling of luggage or cargo as required or directed.
Deliver passenger luggage to the claim area and unload it onto the conveyor system.
Deliver air cargo to the appropriate recipient.
Drive or operate ground support equipment, including tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water and lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies, and passenger vans.
Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs, and child strollers onto aircraft.
Service aircraft water and lavatories.
Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gates and aircraft for debris and remove or dispose of debris when found.
Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor or manager.
Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Previous ramp experience is a plus.

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

Job Summary

Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $19/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated location
Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
Deliver passenger luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system
Deliver air cargo to appropriate recipient
Drive and/or operate ground support equipment to include tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies and passenger vans.
Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs and child strollers onto aircraft
Service aircraft water and lavatories
Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
Other duties as assigned

Your profile

Good command of the English language both verbal and written
Previous ramp experience is a plus
Valid driver's license
Good communication skills
Language skills
Must be able to work in inclement weather
Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
Excellent Health & Safety awareness
Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)

What we offer

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
Founded: 1997

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