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Weekend Airport Ramp Controller Jobs in Virginia

Aaregional

Customer Service Supervisor

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$17/hr

Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels * All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts Physical Requirements: * Frequent ...

SkyWest Airlines

Airport Agent - LYH

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$14.50/hr

Marshal aircraft in and out of the ramp area * This position requires you to work outside in all ... evenings, weekends, and holidays * This is a part-time position, starting at $14.50 per hour ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Airport Ramp Controller vs Airport Ground Operations Specialist?

AspectWeekend Airport Ramp ControllerAirport Ground Operations Specialist
CertificationsTypically required certifications like FAA Ground Operations or Ramp SafetyOften requires similar certifications, including safety and ground handling credentials
Work EnvironmentPrimarily outdoors on the airport ramp, handling aircraft loading/unloadingIndoor and outdoor settings, overseeing various ground services and logistics
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, ground handling companies, airportsAirlines, ground service providers, airports

Both roles involve working on the airport ramp and require similar certifications. The main difference is that the Weekend Airport Ramp Controller focuses specifically on aircraft loading, unloading, and ramp safety during weekends, while the Airport Ground Operations Specialist has broader responsibilities including ground logistics and coordination across shifts.

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Ramp Agent - Part Time

Ramp Agent - Part Time

Swissport International AG

Dulles, VA

$18/hr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

Swissport International AG rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 52 rated aviation services

Job description

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.  

Job Summary

Ramp agents provide all necessary and required under-wing ground support services as contracted by the customer, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading baggage and cargo, marshalling, water and lavatory servicing.

The expected pay rate is $18.50/hr. 

 
Your activities
  • Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
  • Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies
  • Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated location
  • Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed
  • Deliver passenger luggage to claim area and unload onto conveyor system
  • Deliver air cargo to appropriate recipient
  • Drive and/or operate ground support equipment to include tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft ground power units, aircraft air start units, air stairs, aircraft de-icing units, baggage carts, cargo dollies and passenger vans. 
  • Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs and child strollers onto aircraft
  • Service aircraft water and lavatories
  • Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
  • Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
  • Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
  • Other duties as assigned
Your profile
  • Previous ramp experience is a plus
  • Valid driver's license
  • Good communication skills
  • Language skills
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather
  • Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
  • Excellent Health & Safety awareness
  • Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. 

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation! 

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