Guiding aircraft to and from gates and backing them up for take-off.
Parking arriving and departing aircraft.
Placing chocks and cones around aircraft.
Loading and unloading arriving and departing aircraft cargo, baggage, and mail onto carts and/or dollies.
Providing special handling of baggage, cargo, and mail, as required.
Collecting, loading, and unloading live animals and dangerous goods on and off aircraft, when necessary.
Delivering passenger baggage to the claim area and unloading baggage onto the conveyor system.
Performing cabin maintenance and cleaning services, including restocking the aircraft.
Operating ground support equipment, including aircraft stair units, container loaders, aircraft ground power units, water/lavatory service trucks, aircraft de-icing units, cargo dollies, and passenger vans, when necessary.
Reporting all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager.
Complying with all airport authority and carrier security requirements, including adhering to Swissport Standard Operating Procedures.
Qualifications
High school diploma, preferred.
Previous experience working in an aviation environment, desired.
Successful completion of a ramp services training program.
Valid driver's license.
U.S. Customs Seal for access to CBP security areas.
Knowledge of proper lifting techniques when handling heavy objects.
Experience working with live animals and dangerous goods.