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How much do ramp coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for ramp coordinator in Raleigh, NC is $22.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a ramp coordinator do?

A Ramp Coordinator is responsible for overseeing ground operations at an airport to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient movement of aircraft, baggage, and ground crews. They communicate with pilots, ground crews, and air traffic control to coordinate arrivals, departures, and turnaround times. Their duties include monitoring loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and addressing any logistical issues that arise on the ramp. Effective communication, quick decision-making, and attention to detail are essential for this role.

What does a typical day look like for a ramp coordinator, and how do they interact with other airport teams?

A typical day for a Ramp Coordinator involves overseeing ramp agents, ensuring timely aircraft arrivals and departures, and maintaining safety protocols during all ground operations. You’ll regularly communicate with pilots, gate agents, baggage handlers, and maintenance teams to coordinate aircraft servicing, loading and unloading luggage, and addressing any issues that arise on the ramp. Collaboration and quick problem solving are essential, as unexpected weather changes or equipment issues can require immediate action. This role offers a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, where teamwork and clear communication are vital to keeping airport operations running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the ramp coordinator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ramp Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, knowledge of ground operations procedures, and experience in aviation or logistics; a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required. Familiarity with radio communication systems, airline ramp software, and relevant safety certifications such as OSHA training is valuable. Excellent problem-solving abilities, decisive leadership, and effective communication are key soft skills for this role. These skills ensure efficient aircraft turnaround, safe ground operations, and successful coordination among various airport teams.

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Infographic showing various Ramp Coordinator job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,146 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Airline Ramp Duty Manager, RDU

TREGO DUGAN AVIATION OF GRAND ISLAND INC

Morrisville, NC • On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Trego-Dugan Aviation rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 67 rated aviation services


Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Airline Ramp Duty Manager, RDU

Full Time Laborer/Ramp Morrisville, NC, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 2936

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

This position will need to have open availability.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The work of the Ramp Duty Manager includes directing personnel within assigned functional areas which is Ramp Services; overseeing and advising on staffing requirements; monitoring discipline/corrective action by subordinates; ensuring customer satisfaction by daily feedback; acting as liaison between first level leadership (Leads) and upper management. Proactively monitors the work of assigned employees to ensure that customer satisfaction, safety, security, quality, and employee relations meet or exceed standards. Maintain and control all required aspects of the operation in accordance with the corporate security program and TSA legislation. Ensure that the required company audit requirements are undertaken to ensure continuity and compliance at all times. Read, understand and clarify the implementation of the site-specific security plan and ensure that all staff are issued with a relevant company ID and that they are required to display this identity badge. Ensure they administer practices in a fair and equitable manner, where all employees, customers, vendors and other third parties are treated with respect.

Required Skills:
  • Abilityto read, analyze, and interpret Trego-Dugan Employee Handbook, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations, airline policy and procedures manuals.
  • Abilitytoread,analyze,andinterpretgeneralbusinessperiodicals,professionaljournals,technicalprocedures,or governmental regulations.
  • Abilitytowritereports,businesscorrespondence,andproceduremanuals.
  • Abilitytoeffectivelypresentinformationandrespondtoquestionsfromgroupsormanagers,clients,andcustomers.
  • Abilitytodefineproblems,collectdata,establishfacts,anddrawvalidconclusions.
  • Abilitytointerpretavarietyofinstructionsfurnishedinwritten,oral,diagram,orscheduleform.
  • Abilitytolift70lbs.
  • Abilitytooperateequipmentandholdnecessarylicensing(ifapplicable).
  • Abilitytoperformspecificresponsibilitiesrelatedtoyourshift.
  • Reportstoworkonaregularandtimelybasis.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Twotofiveyearspreviousmanagement/specialistsupervisoryexperienceinrampserviceduties.Independentjudgment and decision makingskills required. Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with personal

computersoftwarehelpful.Airlinerampservicesexperience.Collegedegreeorequivalentexperience.Abilitytoread,write, fluentlyspeak and understand the English language.

ESSENTIALDUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITES:
  • Plans,organizes,directs,andparticipatesinthe Ramp/Ground Serviceoperationsforbothcontractedcommercial flights and charter aircraft. Ramp operations include, security screening; baggage transfers to and from aircraft, aircraft deicing, aircraft cleaning, lavatory services, security searches and aircraft power unit hookups.
  • DirectsandtrainsassignedGroundOperations Agents.Trainingincludes newemployeetrainingandon-goingin- service training, including monthly compliance and yearly safety training. Maintains required training records.
  • Implementdepartmental policy asdirectedfor Ramp/Ground Serviceoperations.Advises the Lead Agents onpolicy issues, including making recommendations and decisions as appropriate and developing more efficient methods of operations as needed.
  • Coordinates GroundOperation/Ramp Service activitieswithaircarrierpersonnel,stationmanagers,and representatives of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as required for assigned shift.
  • Participates in the operation and training of various types of ground equipment, including, but not limited to, aircraft loading bridges, baggage tugs and carts, belt loaders, electric carts, lavatory carts, portable water carts, air starts, towbars andportable stairsinandaround aircraft.Ensuresgroundequipment ismaintained ingood workingorderat all times.
  • Ensures compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and TSA security regulations, airlinecorporaterulesandregulations,directivesandprocedures.Implementsnecessarychangesinoperations asdirected. attends regular and as-needed meetings.
  • Maintainsemergencychecklistsandsupplies.
  • Preparesandsubmitsverbal andwrittenreportsrelatedtogroundserviceactivities and GroundOperation Agentsas required.
  • Handlesotherbusiness-relatedresponsibilitiesinvolvingbilling,correcting/updatingpaymentdata, collecting payments, cash handling, ordering supplies and other similar duties.
  • MUSTBEAVAILABLETO WORKVARIOUSSHIFTSINCLUDEDSWINGANDGRAVEYARDSHIFTSPLUSWEEKENDSANDHOLIDAYS
COMPETENCY/BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • DirectandparticipateintheworkofdailyGroundOperations/RampServiceactivities;
  • Preparetimelywrittenandverbalreports,trainingdemonstrations,etc;;
  • Followoralandwritteninstructions;
  • Communicateeffectivelybothverballyandinwriting;
  • Dealeffectivelyandcourteouslywithco-workersandcustomers;
  • Exercisesound,independentjudgment;
  • Analyzesituationsandproblemswitharesults-orientedfocus;
  • Identifyandevaluatesolutions,andeffectivelyimplementdeterminedaction;
  • Approachproblem-solvingcreativelyandwithateamorientation;
  • Present an overall professional image;
  • Performtheessentialfunctionsofthejobwithoutposingathreattothehealthandsafetyofothers;
  • Modelandpromoteacceptanceandrespectfordifferencesamongemployees;
  • Performeffectivelyasamemberoftheteam incarryingoutboththeTDAstatedmissionandphilosophy andthe TDA. client’s goals and objectives.
  • Bepleasantwithothersonthejobanddisplayagood-natured,cooperativeattitude
  • Bereliable,responsible,anddependable,andfulfillobligations.
  • Attentionto Detail
  • Maintaincomposure,keepemotionsincheck,control anger, andavoidaggressivebehavioreveninvery difficult situations
  • Acceptcriticismanddealcalmly andeffectively with high stresssituationsbeopentochange(positiveornegative) and to considerable variety in the workplace
  • Willingnesstotakeonresponsibilitiesandchallenges
  • Besensitivetoothers'needsandfeelingsandbeunderstandingandhelpfulonthejob
  • Developone'sownwaysofdoingthingsabidingbytoTDA/Airline’spoliciesandprocedures,guideoneselfwithlittle

ornosupervision,anddependononeselftogetthings done

  • Bepersistentinthefaceofobstacles
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Mustbeabletocarry70-poundsuitcasefromthefloorcarry70-poundsuitcaseinfrontofyouwithboth hands for a distance; must have physical dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive tasks and motions, including bending at the waist and knees, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting and sustaining those positions for extended amounts of time.Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.

WORKENVIRONMENT:

Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to extreme weather conditions as well asdust and pollen; subject to a variety of mechanical, electrical, chemical, toxic waste and other safety hazards associated with or working around aircraft, vehicles, equipment, fuel etc.; subject to constant and extreme noise, strong odors, fumes and poor lighting due to working at night; possible exposure to disease due to aircraft lavatory work.

OTHERREQUIREMENTSAND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience and Training: Requires 2-5 years of experience in the aviation industry. At least 6 months of the experience must be equivalent to an Airline Service Agent to include Ramp Services support. Must receive initial/ advanced Ramp Services training required by the individual airlines within probationary period.

Knowledge: Thorough working knowledge of the types of aircraft used at the station. Thorough working knowledge of current FAA/TSAsecurity directives&theproceduresaffectingRampServices.

Licensing/Certification: Must possess a valid Driver’s License; mustobtain and maintain a current ComplaintResolutionOfficial(CRO)certificatewhenrequiredbyindividualairlinescompanies;aGroundSecurityCoordinator certificatewith certification for aircraft over 61 seats within the probationary period.

Miscellaneous Requirements: Must have a strong working knowledge of the Microsoft suite and proficient with computer. Must successfully pass a background investigation with a fingerprint-based criminal records check in accordance with Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1542, and Airport Security, as required by the Transportation Security Administration. Must pass periodic random drug testing as required in 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 40 for safety-sensitive employees. Must be able to work a variety of assigned shifts including evenings and weekends.

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