Role Summary

The Ground Service Agent works in a fast-paced environment performing activities related to working on the airport ramp and keeping flights running smoothly and safely.

Key Duties

Load and offload luggage and cargo, transporting to various airport locations.

Distribute all paperwork to flight crews including fuel slips, load plans, cargo manifests and flight releases.

Marshals and pushes back aircraft.

Prepares weight and balance forms and ensures load integrity by inputting accurate commodity codes and weights into a data entry system.

Service aircraft as necessary to include lavatory, potable water, aircraft grooming, deicing and security searches.

Operates and / or drives multiple types of equipment, such as belt-loaders, tugs, air-start units, bag carts, lavatory carts and deice trucks.

Execute aircraft tow operations if required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Day in the Life

For a preview of a day in the life of a Horizon Ground Service Agent, view the video below.

If you are unable to view the video, click this link : https : / / alaskahorizoncareers.com / qxgsa

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Valid driver's license.

Ability to consistently lift 50 pounds.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.

Ability to perform basic mathematics.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Ability to participate in paid training that may require overnight travel.

Ability to obtain USPS Mail Handling Certification.

Ability to obtain airport security clearance.

Ability to communicate in English, high school diploma or equivalent, minimum age of 18, and authorization to work in the U.S.

Important update for non-crew employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar : Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge.

Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Starting Rate

USD $18.00 / Hr.

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air

Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits

Generous 401k match program

Quarterly and annual bonus plans

Generous holiday and paid time off

For more information about Alaska / Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

Last updated : 2024-04-24