Ramp Agent-Tarmac Operations Specialist Needed-Dayton Area | Hiring

Your Next Step in Dayton

Primary Details

• Required Experience: Entry-Level.
• Status: New Dayton listing (actively interviewing).
• Hiring Organization: Delta Air Lines
• Based in: Dayton, ID (a vibrant local hub)
• Position: Ramp Agent - Tarmac Operations Specialist (Flexible/Contract, Dayton)
• This Dayton-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Delta Air Lines team in Dayton, ID is growing.
• Benefit from working in Dayton, a key hub for the Aviation Support industry.

What You Get

• Pay: $19-$24/Hour (approx. $44.7k/Year)
• Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
• Set your own schedule.

Responsibilities

• This role centers on your professional skills within the Aviation Support space in Dayton.

Become the Heartbeat of the Tarmac

About Delta Air Lines & The Ground Team

At Delta Air Lines, we "Keep Climbing." While our pilots navigate the skies, our ground crew powers the entire operation from the ground up. If you are seeking thrilling aviation jobs that keep you active and outdoors, our Ramp Service team is the ultimate destination. We are looking for individuals who thrive in high-energy environments to take on one of the most vital ramp agent jobs in the industry.

Job Summary

Step onto the tarmac as a Ramp Agent and become the driving force behind our on-time departures. In this physically engaging and fast-paced role, you will be responsible for the safe loading and unloading of aircraft, guiding multi-million dollar jets to their gates, and ensuring every piece of luggage and cargo reaches its final destination. This isn't just a job; it's a front-row ticket to the magic of the airline industry.

Dynamic Responsibilities

• Aircraft Marshaling: Master the art of visual communication. Use lighted wands and hand signals to safely guide massive commercial aircraft into and out of tight gate spaces.
• Baggage & Cargo Logistics: Execute high-speed, heavy-lifting logistics. Load and unload passenger luggage, freight, and company mail (up to 70 lbs) within the confined spaces of aircraft cargo holds.
• Equipment Command: Safely operate a fleet of heavy ground support equipment (GSE), including belt loaders, baggage tugs, and water service trucks around highly sensitive aircraft.
• Safety Sentinel: Act as the ultimate line of defense for ramp safety. Conduct Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walks and ensure strict adherence to FAA regulations.

Industry-Leading Perks

We reward our ground teams with benefits that elevate your lifestyle:

• Standby Travel: Explore the globe with unlimited standby flight privileges for you and your eligible family members.
• Health & Wealth: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside a highly competitive 401(k) match and Delta's famous profit-sharing program.
• Career Velocity: Exceptional opportunities for internal promotion into leadership, technical operations, or flight operations.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years of age with a High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in all extreme weather conditions (rain, snow, extreme heat).