Ground Operations Agent at Allegiant Air

Appleton, Wisconsin, United States

Allegiant Air Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Part TimeJob Type
NoVisa
AviationIndustries

Requirements

  • Combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986
  • Must pass a Criminal Background Check
  • High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
  • Highly motivated with a positive attitude (preferred)
  • Ability to work efficiently under time constraints (preferred)
  • Able to attend required training (preferred)
  • Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb and use hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment
  • May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 300 lbs
  • Ability to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation
  • Regular attendance is required
  • Exposure to heights, small spaces, extreme noise, temperature, wind, and light fluctuations
  • Ability to work in confined areas and crawl in and out of small spaces for extended periods
  • Ability to wear personal protective gear
  • Some travel may be required
  • Required to report to work during national and state emergencies unless prohibited

Responsibilities

  • Handle customer baggage, including loading and unloading on and off the aircraft
  • Marshal in and push back the aircraft
  • Operate ground service equipment (GSE)
  • Meet arriving flights and service departing flights
  • Assist customers with special needs
  • Assist customer service agents as needed
  • Load and unload baggage and co-mail of various weight and dimensions to and from aircraft and airport baggage areas
  • Marshal aircraft to and from gates
  • Provide proper handling of baggage requiring special care
  • Service aircraft lavatories
  • Perform aircraft security searches and commissary security searches as required
  • Ensure ramp areas are safe and free of Foreign Objects Debris (FOD) and that all ground service equipment is properly maintained
  • Follow safety regulations, including proper use of ground service equipment and wearing proper safety items
  • Operate heavy, motorized machinery/equipment including tugs, tractors, belt loaders, bag carts, pushback tractors, deicers, etc
  • Communicate using a two-way radio
  • Perform aircraft interior cleaning as required
  • Stock aircraft and carts with necessary supplies (e.g., in-flight magazines and lavatory supplies)
  • Perform inventory tracking as required
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

baggage handling
ground service equipment
aircraft marshaling
two-way radio communication
safety regulations
heavy machinery operation
aircraft security searches
FOD prevention
aircraft cleaning
customer assistance

Allegiant Air

Low-cost airline for leisure travel

About Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air operates a low-cost airline that connects travelers from smaller cities to popular leisure destinations. The airline uses an all-jet fleet and offers low fares, making air travel affordable. In addition to flights, Allegiant provides travel-related products like hotel rooms, rental cars, and entertainment tickets, which can be purchased through its website. Since starting in 1999 with just one aircraft, Allegiant has grown to operate over 350 routes across the United States with a fleet of more than 92 aircraft. The company focuses on providing value and convenience for leisure travelers, offering both individual flight tickets and bundled vacation packages that include various travel services.

Las Vegas, NevadaHeadquarters
1999Year Founded
$746MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing
Medical Travel Reimbursement
Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Flight Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays

Risks

Competition from other ultra-low-cost carriers like Avelo Airlines may impact market share.
Rapid route expansion may strain operational resources and affect service quality.
Reliance on seasonal routes could lead to inconsistent revenue streams during off-peak seasons.

Differentiation

Allegiant Air connects small cities to premier leisure destinations with low-cost fares.
The airline offers bundled travel packages, including hotels and rental cars, for convenience.
Allegiant's all-jet fleet ensures high efficiency and reliability in operations.

Upsides

Increased demand for domestic leisure travel boosts Allegiant's bookings by 15% in 2023.
The 'workcation' trend could increase demand for Allegiant's bundled travel packages.
Allegiant's route expansion in 2025 introduces 44 new nonstop connections.

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