Job Description
Fleet Service Agents perform the handling of items on and off aircraft, carts, containers, and trucks; transporting items between terminals and aircraft; receiving, delivering, weighing and documenting of cargo in a cargo specific facility (warehouse) or a loading dock area. The terms and conditions of this position are covered by the TWU/IAM Fleet Employee Association.
Benefits and Offers
Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
Move baggage and cargo of various weights to and from aircraft
Drive and operate belt loaders
Service aircraft at gates with ground power and air conditioning
Tow and pushback aircraft from gates
Service aircraft lavatories and water ports
Clean interior of aircraft when needed
Position beverage and luggage carts around the ramp area
Works outdoors in various weather conditions
Work shifts that include irregular and/or extended hours, weekends and holidays.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED or international equivalent
Must be 18 years of age or older
People-oriented and highly motivated, with a positive and cooperative attitude
Lift, load, unload, and transport bags and cargo to/from aircraft's, bag carts, and conveyor belts
Good communication skills
Applicable valid driver’s license as required by local authorities
Completion of a pre-employment drug screen, comprehensive background check and/or fingerprinting to satisfy company and security requirements
Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable
Ability to obtain jet bridge certification
Must have the ability to pass the US Postal Service background check
