Lead Ramp Agent

Menzies Aviation
Austin, Texas 78716 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 07, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Aviation or Harbor
  • Summary

    Overview

    People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

    Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6continents.

    But at the heart of our business is our people.

    Role Purpose

    This role is responsible for leading the outbound bag room and the unloading and loading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching Adheres to all standards, procedures ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

    What you will be doing

    • Lead and participate in the movement of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, outbound bag room, airport terminals, air cargo facilities, and other aircraft.
    • Safely and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage from the outbound bag room, on and off aircraft, and transport between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
    • Assist Ramp Agents in their assigned areas to ensure Agents are performing their duties in a professional, safe and efficient manner, according to Company/Carrier's standards.
    • Trains employees during “on the job” training and/or airline specific training or assigns employees to work with experienced agent.
    • Read, interpret and complete aircraft weight and balance load sheets, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
    Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the following job description for further information.

    Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

    You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

    Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

    What we are looking for:
    • Prior Ramp experience preferable.
    • Must be at least 18 years of age.
    • Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs.
    • Must pass Drug testing.
    • Valid driver's license in good standing.
    • Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal.


    Would you like to see more detail on what we are looking for? Please see the following job description for further information

    Diversity

    Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

    Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

    As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

    Application Instructions

    Is this role ticking all the boxes for you? If so, please click apply now!

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
  • Job Description

    Overview

    People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

    Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6continents.

    But at the heart of our business is our people.

    Role Purpose

    This role is responsible for leading the outbound bag room and the unloading and loading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft. Driving and operating small specialized commercial vehicles. Position requires heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching Adheres to all standards, procedures ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

    What you will be doing

    • Lead and participate in the movement of cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, outbound bag room, airport terminals, air cargo facilities, and other aircraft.
    • Safely and continuously lift/move 70 lbs. of cargo and baggage from the outbound bag room, on and off aircraft, and transport between aircraft, airport terminals and air cargo facilities.
    • Assist Ramp Agents in their assigned areas to ensure Agents are performing their duties in a professional, safe and efficient manner, according to Company/Carrier's standards.
    • Trains employees during “on the job” training and/or airline specific training or assigns employees to work with experienced agent.
    • Read, interpret and complete aircraft weight and balance load sheets, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
    Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the following job description for further information.

    Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

    You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

    Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

    What we are looking for:
    • Prior Ramp experience preferable.
    • Must be at least 18 years of age.
    • Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs.
    • Must pass Drug testing.
    • Valid driver's license in good standing.
    • Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal.


    Would you like to see more detail on what we are looking for? Please see the following job description for further information

    Diversity

    Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

    Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

    As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

    Application Instructions

    Is this role ticking all the boxes for you? If so, please click apply now!

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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