Job Description

Job Title

United Ground Express is hiring for a position that involves a variety of responsibilities and requires specific qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

The following tasks are part of the job:

• Lift baggage, boxes, or cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. throughout your shift
• May require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft
• Push/pull loaded and empty carts during loading/unloading operations
• Ascend/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage
• Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft
• Drive ground equipment such as tugs to help the plane push in/out of the gate, belt loaders to help load baggage, and bag carts to deliver baggage
• Cleaning of the interior of the aircraft, clean and service aircraft lavatories
• Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags, and cargo labels
• Prepping and securing the aircraft for the next flight
• Ensure compliance with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies
• Use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew
• Work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

The following qualifications are required:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Must acquire and maintain credentials vital for the position including fingerprint clearance, local airport badging, and background check
• Successful completion of pre-employment process which may include but not limited to; drug screen, hearing and vision check
• Available to work any shift; day or night, weekends, and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational need
• Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and new technologies
• Must be able to use radio electronic devices to communicate with co-workers or flight crew
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to carry, bend, lift and turn with bags and other items weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to perform a variety of physical activities including ushing, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in tight spaces
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must possess and maintain a valid US state driver's license. (Suspended, expired, revoked, or denied licenses are not valid.)

What We Provide

The following benefits are offered:

• Competitive benefits
• Competitive wages
• Earned Paid Time off
• Discounted travel for you and your immediate family
• Career advancement opportunities

United Ground Express is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status (or any other protected category under applicable law).

ADA Specifications:

• Ability to operate a computer to enter and retrieve data
• Ability to utilize radio equipment for communications
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs on a consistent basis
• Ability to pass all pre-screening clearances applicable to position qualifications.

MKE Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport Wisconsin

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