Full-Time Airline Ramp Attendant

FUNCTION:  Reporting to the Station Manager, Newark, Ramp Attendants performs ground handling and ramp duties as directed in a safe and efficient manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Marshalling
• Baggage handling
• Lavatory servicing
• Grooming
• Preparation of commissary
• Aircraft de-icing
• Create and maintain a team environment on the ramp, where every member of the ramp staff acts and feels part of a cohesive unit
• Focus on safety awareness, and training
• Work with all ramp team members creating and maintaining an operationally safe environment
• Ensure that all Porter safe operating procedures outlined in the Porter Ramp Manual and followed
• Participate in troubleshooting of ramp issues
• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
• Miscellaneous tasks as requested 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Concern for Safety - Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork - Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals. 
• Customer Service - Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative - Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focused - Focusing efforts on achieving high-quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Fostering Communication - Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license a clean drivers abstract
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary airport security clearances
• Ability to work on a permanent basis in the USA
• Work rotating shifts including days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Dependability (must have a clear attendance record and reliable on time reporting for work)
• Applicant will be required to successfully complete training program
• Must be capable of lifting/pushing/pulling up to 70lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to communicate and correspond clearly and precisely in English (Required)

LOCATION:

• Newark Liberty International Airport - EWR