Overview
At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.
Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.
Overview
At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.
Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.
Overview
At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.
Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.
The Part-time MIA Porter/Baggage Agent is based out of the MIA Airport and must be local to this work location. This position will be required to work 20-30 hours per week in 4 hour shifts supporting a daily flight from MIA.
This position has the following responsibilities:
- Oversees the baggage operations of the terminal.
- Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental statutes, regulations, and standards; airlines’ standard operating procedures; and customer and company policies and procedures.
- Oversees all baggage processing operations, from receiving incoming baggage to ensuring all baggage is correctly tagged, sorted, and routed to the appropriate airfield for transport.
- Monitors the luggage storage areas to ensure proper utilization of space and proper storage of customer baggage.
- Maintain supervision of all baggage handlers, ensuring that they are properly trained and qualified, and that they are in compliance with the company’s attendance, performance evaluation, and disciplinary procedures.
- Assist passengers with luggage at the airline check-in desk.
- Conduct luggage drop-off and pick-up at aircraft gates for domestic and international flights.
- Place baggage on carousels for loading onto aircraft.
- Sort and load baggage on baggage carts for transportation to and from aircraft.
- Unload baggage from aircraft and load on flight carts or baggage carts for transportation to baggage claim area.
- Assure that baggage carts and baggage claim area are kept clean and sanitary.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
- Any additional needs as assigned to support the operation.
In addition, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical.
- Ability to safely lift up to 70 lbs.
- Must maintain a valid state driver’s license.
- Must be able and flexible to work variables shifts including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to walk long distances, be on your feet for extended periods of time, and work on your feet in uncomfortable situations.
- Proven dependability and positive attitude.
- Position will have to wear a uniform.
- It can be a busy and sometimes stressful environment.