Cargo Operations Team Leader

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Swissport International AG Full time

Overview:

Are you prepared to soar in a vibrant and rapidly evolving aviation sector? As a premier provider of aviation services, Swissport delivers Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to more than 300 million travelers each year. Our mission is straightforward: to furnish the aviation industry with reliable and customized solutions worldwide, enhancing the customer experience.

We recognize that our workforce is what sets us apart from our competitors. At Swissport, we are motivated by our core principles of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team. We are actively seeking committed individuals who resonate with these values to join our team at various locations globally.

Position Summary

The Cargo Operations Team Leader is responsible for delivering all essential and required under-wing ground support services as per customer contracts. This includes, but is not limited to, the loading and unloading of baggage and cargo, marshalling, and servicing water and lavatories.

The anticipated compensation is $24/hour. Full-time employees are provided with a comprehensive array of health and wellness benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid vacation, sick leave, and company-observed holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Guide aircraft during arrival and departure.
  • Unload passenger luggage and air cargo, including bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies.
  • Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and transport them to designated areas.
  • Provide specialized handling of luggage/cargo as required.
  • Deliver passenger luggage to the claim area and unload onto the conveyor system.
  • Transport air cargo to the appropriate recipients.
  • Operate ground support equipment, including 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 gates and aircraft for debris and remove/dispose of when found.
  • Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager.
  • Adhere to all federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

  • Previous ramp experience is advantageous.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Language proficiency.
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays).
  • Excellent health and safety awareness.
  • Capability to lift heavy objects, potentially up to 70 pounds (32 kilograms).

What We Provide

  • 401(k) plan.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Retirement plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Vision insurance.

At Swissport, we champion diversity, equal opportunity, and the strength of our values to propel our success. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that promotes inclusion, where all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Join Swissport today and become part of a team that connects the world of aviation.



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