Air Cargo Ramp Lead

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely.  We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents.  Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

The Air Cargo Ramp Lead is responsible for: 

• Management of the overall performance of the crew
• Timely and satisfactory completion of work assignments in accordance with Company policy
• Comply with WFS site security procedures
• Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors' activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program
• Leads will not have the authority to administer discipline or discharge

**This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.** 

• Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft
• Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow
• Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
• Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area
• Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo
• While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids
• Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids
• Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary
• Demonstrate proper work methods, conduct on-the-job training, conduct crew meetings and instruction of employees in new or revised operational procedures, apportion and schedule assigned work, observe and analyze methods used and the results achieved, bring problems to the attention of management, and assist management in the utilization of tools, equipment, and materials
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis

• HS Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age  
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off

**This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.** 

• Ability to communicate, read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs unassisted.
• Ability to judge distances
• Ability to work in a high-noise level environment
• Ability to work in inclement weather

• Want your pay in advance?  Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition?  On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more
• Need quality medical care?   Multiple options for both full and part-time employees
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life?  Wellness Programs offered to all employees
• Want to invest in your future?  401k program offered
• Looking to grow and have a career with us?  Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.