Air Cargo Ramp Agent

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)

. Load and unload cargo weighing up to 80 lbs.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to safely handle and transport cargo, operate vehicles, and communicate effectively in a high-noise environment. Proficient in following safety protocols and complying with security measures while performing physical tasks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cargo HandlingVehicle OperationSafety ComplianceEffective CommunicationPhysical Strength

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Hard Skills

Cargo LoadingWeight LiftingContainer PositioningReading Off-Load SheetsAircraft TowingUsing Hand SignalsCompleting FormsJudging DistancesPulling Water Hoses

Soft Skills

TimelinessTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Cargo CartsConveyor BeltsCommunication Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseTransport Workers Union Membership

Industry Keywords

High-Noise EnvironmentSecurity BreachesFreight HandlingRotating ShiftsInclement Weather

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Load and unload cargo weighing up to 80 lbs. on and off aircraft within confined cargo areas
Lift, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with or to aircraft
Transport cargo between terminals and aircraft using a 3,000 lb. vehicle with attached carts
Read off-load sheets to determine cargo destinations
Perform aircraft push-out and towing functions
Use proper ground-to-cockpit communication through hand signals and voice commands, with or without visual aids
Receive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company materials at designated express docks
Complete forms and messages necessary for assigned functions
Confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas and report them to authorities when necessary
Comply with the WFS site security plan and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance
Report to work on a regular and timely basis

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to work in a high-noise level environment
Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without assistance of sight or visual aids
Ability to pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt
Ability to pull a water hose from a stationary cabinet and connect it to an aircraft
Valid driver's license
Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days off
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
Ability to judge distances
Ability to work in inclement weather
Ability to successfully communicate with others
Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
Must join the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and pay union dues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access pay in advance through the DailyPay app
On-the-spot awards through the Awardco Platform, including gift cards and more
Multiple medical care options for full- and part-time employees
Travel discounts
Pet insurance
Discount shopping
Wellness programs
401k program
Internal mobility and transfer opportunities
Union representation under a collective bargaining agreement