Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

About SkyWest

Are you looking for a fast-paced environment on a dynamic, and world-class team? SkyWest is hiring immediately for entry level Ramp Agents! No prior experience in aviation required. As a Ramp Agent, you will provide excellent service for our passengers and assist in helping every flight get out on time. The result is a rewarding opportunity to learn many different facets of the SkyWest operation.

As a Ramp Agent, you'll also enjoy:

• Shift trade flexibility

• Robust training program (no prior experience needed!)

• Great team atmosphere

• Potential to advance and grow within the company

SkyWest employees enjoy a distinctive and unmatched culture of teamwork, respect, quality, and professionalism, along with world-class benefits such as:

• 401(k) match

• Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing

• Worldwide flight benefits for you and your family with one or more of our major airline partners

Primary Job Duties

This is a temporary part-time position.

Ramp Agents are responsible for processing baggage between baggage areas in the airport facilities and aircraft, as well as receiving and dispatching aircraft.

• Loading and unloading aircraft and carts

• Stacking and un-stack baggage in aircraft

• Complete safety checklists for motorized equipment

• Drive and operate motorized equipment (e.g., conveyor belt)

• Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags

• Escort passengers and special needs customers safely and courteously

• Ensure compliance with SkyWest and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies

Minimum Requirements

We are looking for individuals excited to take on new challenges, especially within the airline industry! SkyWest Ramp Agents come from a wide range of backgrounds, education, interests, and experience. To apply, you only have to meet the following criteria:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a High School Diploma or GED

• Possess a valid unrestricted state-issued driver’s license

• Position-specific clearances include but are not limited to FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs clearances required

• Able to pass a pre-placement background check and drug screen

• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Physical and Other Requirements

• Ability to lift heavy bags more than 50+ pounds, with or without a reasonable accommodation

• Able to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

• Attend 4 days of Basic Station Training

• Able to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

• Flexible schedule required, to work split shifts including early mornings, afternoons, and evenings

• Starting at $19 an hour

• New hire training will be 10-14 days, 5 days a week, for 5 hours a day

• Following the completion of training employees will transition to normal part-time hours

Please complete the on-line application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

SkyWest is committed to maintaining a working environment of satisfying employment and mutual respect for all of our employees, regardless of race, color, national ancestory, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age or military status. We have specific training plans and programs in place to maintain such an environment.