What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bagroom Agent position at dnata?
dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 129 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.
Under the supervision of the Lead Agent or Supervisor, the Bagroom Agent is responsible for receiving, loading, unloading, and distributing passengers' checked baggage. Bagroom Agents may also be responsible for record keeping procedures associated with baggage and flight records. Assist in the handling and transportation of baggage as directed. Transport checked baggage from one location to the appropriate location able to work quickly. physically fit and have the stamina for all the lifting, carrying, and bending that the job involves. Able to use
mechanical handling equipment. a careful worker as some of the items you'll be handling will be expensive and fragile.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lift baggage and or cargo weighing up to 70lbs. when loading/unloading aircraft, carts, and containers.
Loading/unloading may require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft.
Push/pull loaded and empty carts and containers during loading/unloading operations.
Couple/uncouple carts and/or cargo container dollies.
Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft and containers.
Stand for up to 4 hours in all weather conditions to upload or unload cargo and direct traffic.
Walk continuously to load/ unload cargo from pallets, containers, carts, or conveyor belts.
Complete safety checklists for motorized equipment.
Drive and operate motorized equipment (Tug, Belt Loader).
Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels.
Operate a computer to enter and retrieve data for weight and balance purposes.
Count baggage/cargo being uploaded/ unloaded during operations.
Connect support equipment to aircraft such as PC Air, GPU etc.
Use signaling devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew.
Ensure compliance with dnata, TSA and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Possess/maintain a valid state driver's license and other FAA/Airport required identification/seals or authorizations.
Specific shifts to be determined by administrative staff due to operational needs.
Must be able to pass SIDA airport and training tests.
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without accommodations.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the Company.
PART TIME SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 1:00PM-5:00PM; 4:00PM-10:30PM; 5:00PM-1:30AM
HOURLY RATE $18.50
dnata US is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Under the supervision of the Lead Agent or Supervisor, the Bagroom Agent is responsible for receiving, loading, unloading, and distributing passengers' checked baggage. Bagroom Agents may also be responsible for record keeping procedures associated with baggage and flight records. Assist in the handling and transportation of baggage as directed. Transport checked baggage from one location to the appropriate location able to work quickly. physically fit and have the stamina for all the lifting, carrying, and bending that the job involves. Able to use
mechanical handling equipment. a careful worker as some of the items you'll be handling will be expensive and fragile.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lift baggage and or cargo weighing up to 70lbs. when loading/unloading aircraft, carts, and containers.
Loading/unloading may require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft.
Push/pull loaded and empty carts and containers during loading/unloading operations.
Couple/uncouple carts and/or cargo container dollies.
Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft and containers.
Stand for up to 4 hours in all weather conditions to upload or unload cargo and direct traffic.
Walk continuously to load/ unload cargo from pallets, containers, carts, or conveyor belts.
Complete safety checklists for motorized equipment.
Drive and operate motorized equipment (Tug, Belt Loader).
Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels.
Operate a computer to enter and retrieve data for weight and balance purposes.
Count baggage/cargo being uploaded/ unloaded during operations.
Connect support equipment to aircraft such as PC Air, GPU etc.
Use signaling devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew.
Ensure compliance with dnata, TSA and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Possess/maintain a valid state driver's license and other FAA/Airport required identification/seals or authorizations.
Specific shifts to be determined by administrative staff due to operational needs.
Must be able to pass SIDA airport and training tests.
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without accommodations.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the Company.
PART TIME SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 1:00PM-5:00PM; 4:00PM-10:30PM; 5:00PM-1:30AM
HOURLY RATE $18.50
dnata US is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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