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Airport Operations

The Airport Operations department keeps operations at our airports running smoothly through planning, organization and supervision.

Job overview and responsibilities

Join United as we develop the worlds leading airline. We are committed to not only meeting customer expectations, but also exceeding them. We are currently in search of individuals with the same commitment who take pride in seeing a job done right and done well. The Ramp Service Employee (RSE) is responsible for processing baggage, boxes, and/or cargo between baggage/cargo areas in the airport facilities and aircraft, as well as receiving and dispatching aircraft. We pride ourselves in being an on-time airline and are seeking dedicated individuals that understand a deadline-driven environment while maintaining high quality standards of operational safety and customer service.

· Lift baggage, boxes or cargo weighing up to 32 kgs when loading/unloading aircraft, carts and containers using scanning device

· Loading/unloading may require lifting over 100 items for a single aircraft

· Push/pull loaded and empty carts and containers during loading/unloading operations

· Couple/uncouple carts and/or cargo container dollies

· Ascent/descend jet-way stairs while carrying baggage

· Bend/stoop and crawl to move and stack/unstack cargo in aircraft and containers

· Stand for up to 4 hours in all weather conditions to upload or unload cargo and direct traffic

· Walk continuously to load/unload cargo from pallets, containers, carts or conveyer belts

· Complete safety checklists for motorized equipment

· Drive and operate motorized equipment (e.g., conveyor belt, de-icing truck etc.)

· Read and interpret aircraft load sheets, checked baggage tags and cargo labels

· Operate computer to enter and retrieve data

· Count baggage/cargo being uploaded/unloaded during operations

· Operate portable radio, headphones and other mobile devices

· Connect hoses to aircraft

· Use signaling devices to communicate with co-workers and flight crews

· Load plan liaison with the Corporate Support Center and Cargo division

· Ground Service Equipment (GSE) management and inventory control of cabin provisioning items

· Ensure compliance with United and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies

· Other duties as assigned

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.

Required

· High School Diploma, GED or education equivalent

· Must be at least 18 years old

· Must hold valid drivers license and proven driving record

· Must be eligible to obtain and maintain credentials necessary for the position

· Mus be able to pass a pre-placement hearing and vision tests

· Must be able to work during day and night rotating shifts, weekends and holidays; mandatory overtime may be required based on operational needs

· Must be able to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

· Must be legally authorized to work in Japan for any employer without sponsorship

· Must have a good command of Japanese (at least N3 level of the JLPT)

· Change of work location may be required based on operational needs

· Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications

· Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred

· Bachelors degree