Baggage handlers (or ramp operators) work in the airline industry loading and unloading baggage at airports. Baggage can include suitcases, duffel bags, trunks, packages, boxes, or animal crates, etc. If you are a baggage handler, you can be employed by specific airlines or private staffing companies. This job requires that you are able to complete heavy manual labor in a time-sensitive environment
Manually load and unload baggage to and from aircrafts, conveyor belts, loading areas, and luggage carts or other vehicles.
Move luggage across terminals and airplane runways via the operation of baggage transfer vehicles, such as carts, tow tractors, trams, or 4-wheeled trailers.
Crawl, climb, or bend to move or arrange baggage into aircraft containers.
Operate other electronic airline-related equipment, such as two-way radios, and tracking devices.
Work as a team and communicate with team members to ensure the efficient, timely, safe, and secure transfer of baggage.