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Company Alaska Airlines
The Team
Alaska Air Cargo has the most extensive air cargo operation of any passenger airline on the West Coast and transport more than 1,180 million pounds of cargo annually. Our award-winning team has loyal customers across the country, especially those in rural Alaskan communities who depend on our cargo services. We transport everything from pets and personal belongings, to fresh produce, medical supplies, and vehicles. We’re a close-knit team that enjoys delivering dependable performance to our customers.
Role Summary
The Ramp Service Agent- Air Freight works in a fast-paced environment performing below wing functions and keeping flights running smoothly and safely. This is a union represented position.
Key Duties
• Receive and dispatch cargo, noting and completing appropriate and necessary paperwork.
• Transfer, load and offload luggage and cargo with the use of conveyor belts or forklifts.
• Transport luggage and cargo to various airport locations.
• Maintain ramp and warehouse areas.
Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills
Required
• Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to get along with others.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to adapt to performing work according to set procedures.
• Ability to anticipate needs of others in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work at a constant and quick pace for up to two hours at one time.
• Ability to learn quickly and understand and interpret flight schedules and airline flight destination information.
• Must have good attendance and punctuality record.
• Depending upon your work location, you may be required to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred
• Knowledge of operations with industrial equipment and previous experience.
Airport SIDA Badge Requirements
Important notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated.
Job-Specific Leadership Expectations
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable
Starting Rate
USD $20.07/Hr.
Total Rewards
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Type Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition Type Frontline
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/1/2024
Location Seattle – Air Cargo
Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job Locations USA-WA-SeaTac
Requisition ID 2024-13051
Category Airports & Warehouse
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/1/2024
Employment Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition ID 2024-13051
Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. If you’d like to view a copy of our affirmative action plans, please fill out an AAP Inspection Request Form. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
