Full job description

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 Seasonal 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
• This position requires a flexible schedule, including split shifts that may occur during early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is part-time position, 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