Wheelchair Attendant- CMH Airport - Columbus, United States - PrimeFlight

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    Pay:
    $11.50/hr + Tips

    Shift(s): 3am-12pm, 6pm-2am

    Weekends are mandatory, open availability required.


    INTRODUCTION
    Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you


    Perks of the job:
    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Life insurance

    Vision insurance

    Paid time off

    Growth potential


    • Part-time benefits could vary
    WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

    We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry

    Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect

    With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

    Enjoy a competitive pay scale


    ABOUT US
    We perform a wide range of airport support services globally on behalf of commercial airlines. Join us for a rewarding career in the aviation industry

    Job Description

    Our Wheelchair Attendant plays a vital role focused on assisting passengers with mobility challenges navigate through the airport.

    This position requires providing courteous and efficient service to ensure a comfortable and safe experience for passengers requiring wheelchair assistance.

    You will also be responsible for escorting passengers to and from various locations within the airport, such as gates, baggage claim areas, and connecting transportation.

    Also, the role involves handling wheelchairs and other mobility aids and providing information and assistance to passengers as needed.

    WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK AS A WHEELCHAIR ATTENDANT

    You like working as a team, toward a common goal

    Safely and comfortably lift disabled passengers with assistance from one mobility device to or from an aircraft seat

    Push wheelchair passengers to and from gates

    Carry passengers' carry-on luggage

    Assist with checked and claimed luggage

    Roll customer-occupied wheelchair safely down the jet bridge

    Ensure wheel brakes are in place prior to allowing passengers to exit the wheelchair

    Complete any necessary wheelchair or incident reports

    You have a great attention to detail

    You enjoy working with a team or individually to accomplish your tasks

    Like to build long term relationships with your customers


    Physical activity may include:
    Stand and walk for extended periods of time

    Ability to lift 70 pounds or more and able to push a wheelchair with an adult in it

    Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms generated by terminal environment

    Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

    Qualifications

    Minimum age of 18 years old

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    Ability to physically assist and transport passengers in wheelchairs

    Commitment to providing excellent customer service

    Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and tablets

    Ability to pass a drug screen

    Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)


    Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

    The successful PrimeFlight Aviation Services team member brings their "A" game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety

    PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc.

    without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.