Ramp supervisor

Department : Ground OperationsOur Company PromiseWe are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth.

Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description : Pay & Benefits : Competitive market pay of $32.32 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.

Job SummaryThe People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel.

Our Ramp Supervisors lead a Team of Ramp Agents to ensure on time arrivals and departures of aircraft at the stations we serve.

The Ramp Supervisor serves as a Leader to Ramp Agents by observing and offering guidance, ensuring Safety and compliance procedures are followed, and reading and delivering communications to convey important updates.

Ramp Supervisors are strong communicators who enjoy working as a part of a Team in a dynamic, safe environment. Additional details : A role that includes working assigned shifts based on seniority.

Shifts can include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.

S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.Benefits you'll love : Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)Up to a 9.

3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit Explore more Benefits you'll love : https : / / careers.

southwestair.com / benefitSouthwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.

Model the Southwest WayGuide and lead team members using SWA (Southwest Airlines) talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage employeesAdhere to Company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environmentInvest in leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and developmentResponsibilitiesActively coordinate with all Departments to maintain the station's on-time performance, employee morale, and Customer satisfactionMonitor and guide ground support performance to ensure requirements are metEnsure all equipment including GSE is maintained and available for the operation.

Oversee day-to-day airport operations to create a safe, secure, and legally compliant service-conscious environment. Meet or exceed performance goals through effective decision making, monitor and assign gate control for flights, assign and track Agents for training complianceMaintain a safe working environment and institute programs designated to help reduce accidents and injuriesCoordinate actively with all Departments to maintain the Station's on-time performance, Report status updates to leaders and employees consistentlyDrive performance processes by forecasting operational situations that may impact the operation, monitoring and achieving results against key metrics, and holding responsible parties accountable for results, Review and ensure accurate delay codingWork with staff planning to build bids that are in line with our Department's hourly goals.

Perform administrative duties daily, such as building of shift bids, closing bids, daily work assignments, daily payroll, and attendance reports, monitoring staffing in all areas and verifying that overtime is used properlyAssure proper administration of labor contracts or agreements, emphasizing minimal labor disputesMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's LeadersKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resourcesKnowledge of applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and their applicationsKnowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefitsKnowledge of principles and processes for providing Customer and personal services including Customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of Customer satisfactionKnowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutionsKnowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminologySkilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problemsSkilled in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-makingAbility to listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and / or in speaking with othersAbility to recognize and address performance and safety concerns in a timely mannerEducationN / AExperienceFully functioning, broad knowledge of Airline OperationsLicensing / CertificationMust be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirementsMust possess a current valid driver's license issued in the United StatesMust be able to obtain GSC qualification and comply with the DOT (Department of Transportation) drug and alcohol testing programMay be required by Station Leadership to obtain a Customs' Seal and meet all requirements to work on international flightsRequired to obtain and maintain USPS (United States Postal Service) Clearance and meet all requirements to handle US MailPhysical AbilitiesAbility to perform work duties from limited space workstation / desk / office area for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to perform assigned duties with potential exposure to excessive noise, vibrations, and / or sensory conditionsAbility to perform assigned duties in outdoor and inclement weather conditionsAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the jobAbility to perform physical activities such as lifting (50lbs.

standing, sitting, pulling, pushing, squatting, climbing, walking, kneeling, reaching, crawling, and writingOther QualificationsMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines.

Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines.*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits. ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the CompanySouthwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Last updated : 2023-06-15