Air Cargo Ramp Clerk

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)

. Load and unload cargo, mail, express shipments, baggage, freight, and company material on and off aircraft .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $20 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to safely handle and transport cargo, operate vehicles in congested areas, and comply with security procedures. Proficient in communicating effectively with team members and following safety protocols in high-noise environments.

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Cargo HandlingVehicle OperationSafety ComplianceEffective CommunicationPhysical Endurance

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Hard Skills

Cargo LoadingFreight HandlingVehicle DrivingContainer PositioningAircraft TowingDe-Icing ProceduresReading Off-Load SheetsOperating EquipmentWeight LiftingSecurity Monitoring

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsSituational Awareness

Tools & Technologies

Conveyor BeltsWater HosesKVA Electric CablesHand SignalsVoice Commands

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseHigh School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

Cargo TransportRamp TransfersSecurity ProceduresTransport Workers UnionEnvironmental Conditions

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Key responsibilities & impact

Load and unload cargo, mail, express shipments, baggage, freight, and company material on and off aircraft
Transport cargo between terminals and aircraft
Perform ramp transfers of cargo
Receive, deliver, and physically handle freight and company material at designated docks, mail areas, and outbound baggage rooms
Complete forms and messages required for assigned functions
Comply with WFS site security procedures
Monitor and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, and non-compliance
Drive vehicles weighing 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in congested aircraft operating areas
Position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers
Perform or assist with aircraft push-out and towing procedures
Communicate with cockpit personnel using hand signals and voice commands
Read off-load sheets to determine cargo destinations
Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from conveyor belts
Connect water hoses and KVA electric cables to aircraft
De-ice aircraft at heights of 20–80 feet using glycol

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver's license
Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and days off
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Ability to work in all types of weather and environmental conditions, including jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise
Ability to distinguish red, green, and yellow
Ability to work in a high-noise-level environment
Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings
Ability to judge distances and use depth perception
Ability to successfully communicate with others
Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas
Reports to work on a regular and timely basis
Must join the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and pay union dues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access earned pay 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
401(k) program
Internal mobility and transfer opportunities