VA - Aviation Screener

GAT is seeking a highly motivated individual, a self-starter and team player, with a strong drive for results and continual improvement to join its team of aviation professionals. In joining our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, great benefits, and a creative and energetic work environment.

Classification: Variable Hourly, Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Security screener positions encompass providing security and protection of air travelers. Responsible for identifying dangerous objects in baggage or on passengers and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft. Duties include (but are not limited to) aircraft searches, passenger screening, baggage screening, and/or all. This position requires working in a fast paced environment with time constraints and maintaining focus within a stressful environment that contains distractions, people, and noise. A professional and positive image must be consistently displayed by the employee.

Requirements

• Comply with Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Regulation
• Experience and understanding of the commercial issues in aviation.
• Must have a High School diploma, GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Capable of processing information in a timely manner
• Must have and maintain a Valid Driver's License
• Able to proficiently speak, read, and write in English
• Basic computer literacy
• Previous ramp or airline experience
• Must successfully complete all training requirements and maintain certifications throughout employment
• Must clear a FBI fingerprint background check
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically fit to perform duties of the job including but not limited to standing, lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time
• Capable of repetitively lifting up to 70 pounds in confined spaces and repetitively
• Must be physically fit to perform the duties of the job
• Willing to work outside in all types of weather conditions with exposure to loud noises
  
  

Specific Working Hours

• Must be able and flexible to work variable shifts, weekends, and holiday specific shifts to be determined
• Must be able to work extended hours on short notice during non-routine operations
  
  

GAT Airline Ground Support, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. GAT Airline Ground Support is a drug free workplace and conducts random drug test. Employment with GAT Airline Ground Support is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year criminal History records check, and drug screen as required. You must also have proof of high school or GED completion.