McGee Air Services Hiring for Baggage Handler – Ramp Agent -PDX at Seattle, WA Full Time

McGee Air Services is looking for Ramp Agents in Portland, OR to be key members and perform below-wing functions necessary to provide passenger service support and to turn aircraft on-time, with a focus on safety and service.

KEY SKILLS

• Promote and maintain a culture of safety at all times
• Maintain a high level of a focus and curiosity in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Execute tasks with safety and compliance at the forefront at all times and report potential hazards and threats
• Act in accordance with the values of Safety, Service, Integrity, Mutual Respect, Accountability and Pride at all times and portray a positive image in this customer-facing role
• Willing to perform additional duties as assigned

JOB FUNCTIONS

Below the Wing ‘ Aircraft handling and servicing

• Perform all facets of aircraft handling (e.g., marshalling, push-back, wing-walking)
• Maintain work areas and ensure the proper care of equipment
• Operate ramp equipment and other equipment such as tugs/tractors, beltloaders and forklifts
• Work outdoors with exposure to the elements and high noise levels for eight hours or more per workday

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrating safe work habits at all times
• Working a constant and quick pace for up to two consecutive hours
• Able to work varied shifts; weekends and holidays
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to get along with others
• Performing work according to set procedures
• Anticipating needs of others in a fast paced environment
• Obtaining and maintaining airport security clearance, customs seal, and/or USPS security clearance including background criminal history check, drug screen and fingerprinting required by specific work assignment
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record as required
• Knowledge of operation of industrial equipment and previous experience preferred as required by location
• Performing basic mathematical functions (e.g., counting bags, verifying cargo weights)
• The ability to give/receive oral instructions in English
• Understanding and ability to utilize electronic tools to interpret flight schedules and airline flight destination information
• Lifting up to 75 pounds on a frequent basis
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Additional: General Physical Demands Summary

• This position requires significant physical agility and physical mobility.
• Must comfortably, frequently, continuously, and within short timelines: lift, carry, and move heavy items; work in cramped or high places; climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop for extended periods of time; carry heavy items up and down stairs; push/pull loaded and empty carts, and stand for extended periods.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Health benefits Medical, Dental, and Optical
• Paid parking
• Performance bonuses
• Paid time off
• Travel privileges

CULTURE: McGee Air Services is an entrepreneurial venture with a mindset of delivering incredible service. We are flexible, adaptable, resourceful, collaborative, and inclusive.

McGee Air Services does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants are also protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

McGee Air Services- An Alaska Airlines Company