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Robinson Aviation

Ramp Controller

Newark, NJ · On-site

... airport, utilizing surveillance radar-like targets and camera imagery. Dimensions of Position ... controller, experience handling aircraft on the airport ramp. Position is subject to drug and/or ...

Robinson Aviation

Ramp Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

... airport, utilizing surveillance radar-like targets and camera imagery. Dimensions of Position ... controller, experience handling aircraft on the airport ramp. Position is subject to drug and/or ...

Roberts Hawaii

Airport Ramp Marshall

Kahului, HI · On-site

$16/hr

Airport Ramp Marshall Department: Airport RTT Reports to: Airport Manager Status: Non-Exempt 1. Job ... Monitoring/Controlling NO phone usage and large amount of guests in a sterile area * In an ...

Robinson Aviation

Ramp Controller

Hebron, KY · On-site

$34.40/hr

... airport, utilizing surveillance radar-like targets and camera imagery. Dimensions of Position ... controller, experience handling aircraft on the airport ramp. Position is subject to drug and/or ...

Unifi

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent-CHS Date Sunday, May 17, 2026 Entity Unifi ... Overnight shift, P.M. shift

Unifi

Airport Ramp Agent PSP

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent PSP Date Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Entity Unifi ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift

Unifi

Airport Ramp Agent - IAD

Dulles, VA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent - IAD Date Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Entity Unifi ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift 04:00pm

Unifi

Airport Ramp Lead-BOI

Boise, ID · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Lead-BOI Date Thursday, July 2, 2026 Entity Unifi ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift

Unifi

Airport Ramp Agent- LEX

Lexington, KY · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent- LEX Date Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Entity Unifi ... Overnight shift, P.M. shift 08:00pm

Unifi

BJI Airport Ramp Agent

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

General information Job Title BJI Airport Ramp Agent Date Friday, May 29, 2026 Entity Unifi ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift Part Time Days Days of the week Shift Shift Start Time Monday ...

Unifi

Airport Ramp Agent (WN) - EUG

Eugene, OR · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent (WN) - EUG Date Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Entity ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift

Unifi

Airport Ramp Supervisor - FCA

Kalispell, MT · On-site

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Supervisor - FCA Date Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Entity ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift Requirements and Description Unifi has decades of experience ...

Unifi

Airport Ramp Agent - DLH (PT)

Duluth, MN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

General information Job Title Airport Ramp Agent - DLH (PT) Date Friday, July 31, 2026 Entity Unifi ... M. shift, Overnight shift, P.M. shift

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight airport ramp controller in the United States is $16.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Airport Ramp Controller vs Baggage Handler?

AspectOvernight Airport Ramp ControllerBaggage Handler
CredentialsTypically requires safety training, certification in ground operationsUsually no formal certification required, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentAirports, ramp areas, operating ground equipmentBaggage claim areas, tarmac, airport terminals
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, ground service companies, airportsAirlines, baggage handling companies, airports
Job FocusManaging aircraft ground operations, safety, and coordinationLoading, unloading, and transporting baggage

The Overnight Airport Ramp Controller and Baggage Handler roles both operate within airport ground services but differ in responsibilities and required credentials. The Ramp Controller oversees aircraft ground operations and safety, while the Baggage Handler focuses on baggage movement. Both roles are essential for smooth airport operations, with the Ramp Controller typically requiring specific safety certifications and working in more technical environments.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Airport Ramp Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,748 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Ramp Controller

Robinson Aviation

Newark, NJ • On-site

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Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Incumbent is responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic on the Non-movement areas of the airport, utilizing surveillance radar-like targets and camera imagery.

Dimensions of Position

Incumbent works under the general supervision of the Ramp Tower Manager who relies on the incumbent to perform established duties independently. On new or revised procedures, the manager gives detailed instructions and observes and checks work during or immediately after completion according to complexity of the task or until satisfied the incumbent is able to perform the procedure independently.

Accountability
  • Makes decisions involving:
    • The sequence and separation of gate traffic ready for pushback and engine start.
    • Plans the sequence of arriving traffic, using provided electronic aids, prior to arrival at the airport.
    • The merging of arriving and pushback traffic that will assure all aircraft equitable treatment and provide for minimum delays.
  • Determines the usability of and resolves problems with:
    • Communications equipment
    • Video Camera displays (radar and imagery)
    • STARS (radar) display
    • ASDE-X (radar) display
    • Gate Management computer programs
  • The Ramp Tower is a positive control facility. Incumbent will be required to instruct aircraft how and when to push-back, instruct aircraft when to taxi, who to follow, taxi route, intermediate hold points, route clearance limit, and frequency transfer points.
  • Incumbent will initiate, and respond to, necessary coordination with the FAA ATCT Ground Control Position concerning the movements of inbound and outbound aircraft.
  • Execute procedures required of the local Surface Movement Guidance and Control System Plan (SMGCS) during periods of reduced visibility, execution of the local Ice Threat Management Plan during periods of aircraft anti-icing, and the local Gate Hold program when initiated by the ATCT.
  • Provide flight crews with, when required, field conditions, altimeter settings, weather conditions, operating status of navigational aids and NOTAMS. Provide the ATCT with pilot reported adverse weather, bird activity and unsafe or unusual airport activities or conditions.
  • Determine whether a given situation is or may develop into an emergency; and notifies, via "Crash Phone", emergency services.
  • Performs lower grade level duties as necessary to meet operational requirements and for proficiency maintenance.
  • Provides OJT training to others.
Requirements

Education: High School Graduate

Experience: Previous aviation experience is desired as a minimum i.e. airline dispatcher, pilot, air traffic controller, experience handling aircraft on the airport ramp. Position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per RVA's non-DOT policy (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

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