What does it take to be a Ramp Agent at SFO?

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  • Опубліковано 20 вер 2017
  • Learn what it takes to be a ramp agent at SFO.

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  • @zooknutt
    @zooknutt 4 роки тому +104

    Dude I been ramper for 4 years the worst part about this job is dealing with the weather and sometimes the bags can be a pain in the ass because some ppl have to pack the closet in there bags 🙄
    But I love it now and couldn't imagine doing anything else it's easy flexible and has its perks!

    • @Mn-xx9hv
      @Mn-xx9hv 3 роки тому

      Would you recommend it?

    • @zooknutt
      @zooknutt 3 роки тому

      @@Mn-xx9hv 👍

    • @airzulu2733
      @airzulu2733 3 роки тому +1

      I had 21 years of it miss it .

    • @airzulu2733
      @airzulu2733 3 роки тому +5

      @@Mn-xx9hv let's put it this way its about having the confidence to work around a very busy and possibly dangerous environment. Aircraft as wonderful as they are can seriously damage or ruin your day . Its about working as a team and having eyes in the back of your head . No day is the same either on the ground or in the air . But I had some good times and met many amazing people.

    • @davidgraham370
      @davidgraham370 3 роки тому +2

      @@airzulu2733 I hate to ask this way but what's the salary like, do you earn more money if you work as a RA longer? Is it a living wage? Do you have opportunities for promotion? I want to work as a ramp agent and I just want to be sure that I am making the right choice. Did you work with a company like swissport or did you work for the actual airline?

  • @azureharris8647
    @azureharris8647 5 років тому +83

    I’m a ramp agent. All I gotta say is NOTHING ever goes this smooth like in the video

    • @f.m.8999
      @f.m.8999 5 років тому +5

      So trueeee 😂😂

    • @jorlynmoore9905
      @jorlynmoore9905 4 роки тому +1

      @@jessicatierrayt its for hard working people.

    • @jorlynmoore9905
      @jorlynmoore9905 4 роки тому +4

      @@jessicatierrayt and its not for lazy ppl

    • @jorlynmoore9905
      @jorlynmoore9905 4 роки тому

      @@jessicatierrayt WTF? The hell is wrong with you? You replied how's the job right? Me as a ramp agent I can tell you its a hard work. Why you taking it too serious? Aint nobody calling you lazy at all. You misunderstood my comment or something. You're the one who needs help or probably should go back to school and understand more English. Good night

    • @shakeembrown5894
      @shakeembrown5894 3 роки тому +1

      Hard works pay god dnt like lazy ppl. That's the work i Will do at wisynco👍

  • @imbadkidjay9270
    @imbadkidjay9270 3 роки тому +100

    Got an interview Monday 😌 wish me luck

    • @expiredtylernol
      @expiredtylernol 3 роки тому +2

      Good Luck

    • @rfn.craven7867
      @rfn.craven7867 3 роки тому +1

      I got my Interview some time in july

    • @SFNiggA123
      @SFNiggA123 3 роки тому +4

      What company? I was a former ramp agent back in 2018 before Menzies aviation closed down, all they got left is fueling

    • @keithbainter9890
      @keithbainter9890 3 роки тому +3

      Did you get it?

    • @TheCrispySock
      @TheCrispySock 2 роки тому

      I got my interview tomorrow!

  • @vlandecks1778
    @vlandecks1778 5 років тому +43

    I’m a ramp agent myself for CLT... it’s a lot tougher than you think. It’s a decent career but you better make sure you be mentally ready for ridiculous thing like your pay check being cut shorter randomly, write-ups, drama among other ramp agents, extreme weather, and attendance!
    It’s not a very fun career, you’re only there to fly.

    • @Koolyodi13
      @Koolyodi13 5 років тому

      Vlan Decks for charlotte ? Which airline ?

    • @gabosanchez3010
      @gabosanchez3010 3 роки тому

      You get free flights?

    • @princeduties2991
      @princeduties2991 3 роки тому

      @@gabosanchez3010 yes

    • @Chitownbullz21
      @Chitownbullz21 3 роки тому +6

      Gotta disagree with you on the fun part. For me It's a very fun career for me. Everyone has their opinion but me personally I love my job on the ramp. Pays good, with good benefits. Great people to work with for the most part and flexible schedule. I work at ORD and would recommend for anyone that wants to get paid for basically getting a work out, plus the flight benefits.

    • @jamesconway6677
      @jamesconway6677 2 роки тому +2

      @@Chitownbullz21 thanks for some insight. I’m looking for a career change and on Indeed I see many job available 😅. I’m currently 45 years old., You think that’s an issue.? I do work hard and I enjoy challenges.
      Thanks in advance

  • @Chelsea-qw5cv
    @Chelsea-qw5cv 2 роки тому +17

    I’m glad I watched this video, I thought it’d be a job i like, but now I realize it’s too much commitment and a LOT is required of me and I’m not dependable like that.. so.. haha good luck to everyone else applying tho

  • @thelastshallbefirst6036
    @thelastshallbefirst6036 4 роки тому +38

    I start training tomorrow, wish me luck.

  • @canadianwing
    @canadianwing 6 років тому +22

    finally, a real inside and all I need to know about ATC controllers!

  • @65f100352
    @65f100352 6 років тому +17

    I was a Line guy for 13 yrs at KGRR. I miss it every day.

  • @AlphaGeekgirl
    @AlphaGeekgirl 6 років тому +64

    I think I just saw my luggage!

  • @EthanMurer915
    @EthanMurer915 5 років тому +7

    This is one of my favorite airports. I travel to San Fransisco a lot. And my area has the best airport in the midwest. (Not my opinion).

  • @irvinvatto
    @irvinvatto 4 роки тому +7

    Ramp Agent>Crew Chief>Supervisor>Manager=11 years LAX>SJC>SFO. It’s physically and mentally jobs out on the ramp but very rewarding and proud of what I did everyday.

    • @erickkyle28
      @erickkyle28 2 роки тому

      Thank you for your comment I'm starting the 26 of this month I am gonna move up

  • @11001chris
    @11001chris 4 роки тому +11

    I'm having a learning hub next week and the ramp training in two weeks.🙏

    • @andrew7sixtoo
      @andrew7sixtoo 3 роки тому

      How was the ramp training ? What did they teach and was it hard

  • @arjea03
    @arjea03 Рік тому +7

    It's my first day of training on September 8 for Air Canada. :)

    • @netnavigator3264
      @netnavigator3264 Рік тому

      How is it going so far?

    • @wisdomemmanuel5580
      @wisdomemmanuel5580 Рік тому

      hello friend have been trying to join this team and work with them but all of my effort proves zero, please i need your sincere assistance on becoming Ranp agent in air canada please

    • @arjea03
      @arjea03 Рік тому +2

      @@netnavigator3264 Just finished my ramp training last week tuesday, the 25th of October 2022. It's very good so far. Im learning more while working.

    • @arjea03
      @arjea03 Рік тому

      @@wisdomemmanuel5580 Hi, Sure where are you located? Maybe I can send your name and email to our HR and refer you as my friend. Hopefully it can help you.

  • @PAIDNFULL2
    @PAIDNFULL2 2 роки тому +19

    I just got hired and I think this is gonna be a good fit for me iam excited about the opportunity and even more happy to be out of a warehouse setting !! I’m definitely gonna try and ride this 1 out !!

    • @davidsmiths5471
      @davidsmiths5471 2 роки тому +7

      If you are still there! Get a real good pair of boots! Good cold weather gear and rain gear!! And ALWAYS wear hearing protection!! This comes from someone with 20 some years of airport experience!

    • @braxtonvawter1922
      @braxtonvawter1922 2 роки тому +1

      @@davidsmiths5471 hey David, I’m 18 about to graduate hs and I remember the first time I was at an airport I just knew I wanted to have some sort of career around that environment. I’m also thinking of doing a few years in the military, with your experience what’s the best way to get started to become a ramp agent?

    • @davidsmiths5471
      @davidsmiths5471 2 роки тому

      @@braxtonvawter1922 Apply for major airlines first! Southwest, Delta, United! Then contractors such as Menzies ,swissport,GAT ! This all depends on the airport by you! You might even have Signature or AV Flight there also for the private side! Good Luck!

    • @chirag6885
      @chirag6885 Рік тому

      @jamepatronymic do still working there?

    • @jaaym22
      @jaaym22 Рік тому

      Same

  • @JessicaJones-mc5gi
    @JessicaJones-mc5gi 8 місяців тому

    Great tips

  • @uzzy1354
    @uzzy1354 5 років тому +47

    I start as a Ramp Agent tomorrow

    • @joshkillz2724
      @joshkillz2724 5 років тому +4

      How was it

    • @bunundi
      @bunundi 5 років тому +3

      Good luck man, best job I ever had

    • @navjotkaur1526
      @navjotkaur1526 4 роки тому

      hey... can you please tell me about the interview process???? like what kind of questions they ask during an interview

    • @kanyesmentalhealth3069
      @kanyesmentalhealth3069 4 роки тому +1

      Do they do pre employment drug screening ?

    • @MultiCrazyman66
      @MultiCrazyman66 4 роки тому

      Kanye’s Mental Health yes

  • @thegoat7043
    @thegoat7043 Рік тому

    Ramp supervisor for GAT/Spirit MSY I love it don’t wanna do anything but that.😊

  • @mohammediqbal734
    @mohammediqbal734 4 роки тому +1

    any ideas on what the ground commander briefs to the agents before they handle a flight? its for a project :(

  • @artgrigify
    @artgrigify 4 роки тому

    good video

  • @DBPCINC
    @DBPCINC 6 років тому +7

    This is cool! I am applying for a ramp agent job at the SLC airport, I hope it will be fun.

    • @devanryan5333
      @devanryan5333 5 років тому

      Ghost Reportin' you get the job? I’m getting an interview for SLC next week?

    • @ZuuGod
      @ZuuGod 3 роки тому +2

      Ayo how was it?? I’m just applied and I wanna know what’s it like working there

    • @DBPCINC
      @DBPCINC 3 роки тому +2

      @@ZuuGod Well actually I never got the job. I know a lot of other people who have worked it and they say its pretty chill depending on your airline.

    • @mariolisa2832
      @mariolisa2832 Рік тому

      @@DBPCINC unlucky bro

  • @beepboop_cj5962
    @beepboop_cj5962 4 роки тому +7

    *_i like driving_*

  • @marcogalmuzzi2730
    @marcogalmuzzi2730 4 роки тому

    Grazie per il video 👍

  • @Marco-ip5cw
    @Marco-ip5cw 6 років тому +3

    lots of unanswered questions

  • @mabast007
    @mabast007 5 років тому +19

    Delta airlines posted a job for ramp agent with an hourly wage of 9.05...WTF!!!

  • @eduardoherrera796
    @eduardoherrera796 2 роки тому

    It’s fun 😃

  • @guillermochoto1386
    @guillermochoto1386 2 роки тому +2

    Im a ramper at LAX and i love it

    • @embracethesuck6167
      @embracethesuck6167 2 роки тому

      I just applied for ramp agent at LAX. How long is the hiring process overall?

    • @guillermochoto1386
      @guillermochoto1386 2 роки тому +1

      @@embracethesuck6167 took me about a month to get my badge

    • @Moe595
      @Moe595 2 роки тому

      At lax position I applied like a month ago and yesterday I just passed all my paper work ect and us customs and border security access . Wondering if soon I will be called to train . Lady said she approved me and she notified the station for onboarding .🙏🏻💪🏻

    • @guillermochoto1386
      @guillermochoto1386 2 роки тому

      @@Moe595 honestly it depends on the company you applied to or if directly with lawa

    • @chirag6885
      @chirag6885 Рік тому

      @@guillermochoto1386 hey I have an offer for you to work with us If you want to earn a good amount of money while doing this job on daily basis you can earn upto $130 to $150 if interested please let me know and I am serious! It's not a scam or something

  • @jayakrishnanps2255
    @jayakrishnanps2255 5 років тому +4

    I wanted this job

  • @JessicaJones-mc5gi
    @JessicaJones-mc5gi 7 місяців тому

    It takes to be focused

  • @josesandoval9437
    @josesandoval9437 25 днів тому

    I’m praying to earn the position as Ramp Agent at LAX now that I did my interview yesterday😓🙏🏽

  • @KaylaMaryy
    @KaylaMaryy 5 років тому +9

    I have an interview with Air Canada tomorrow!😍

    • @usmanshaik6043
      @usmanshaik6043 5 років тому +2

      Best of luck

    • @KaylaMaryy
      @KaylaMaryy 5 років тому

      Usman Shaik thank you! I got through to the second interview at the end of the month!!

    • @ChargedSoulsEnt
      @ChargedSoulsEnt 4 роки тому

      How is it

    • @juanmartin8156
      @juanmartin8156 4 роки тому

      How is it 3 month later?

    • @minivegana6516
      @minivegana6516 4 роки тому +1

      Did you get it??? I'm going for it too!! I LOVE AIRPLANES, BUT I DON'T LIKE TO GET ON THEM!😳

  • @peopleoftheuniverse3103
    @peopleoftheuniverse3103 4 роки тому +2

    I've never understand what does include of work RAMP agent, and now I understand) thanks) I work as check in agent, and it seems that they do nothing)

  • @kintingwong759
    @kintingwong759 4 роки тому

    What are lives bags?

  • @nathanieljocks7005
    @nathanieljocks7005 2 роки тому

    My work here in Philippines hope i can work ramp agent in Sfo.

  • @joelvarghese5398
    @joelvarghese5398 3 роки тому +1

    I would like to be ome a ramp agent ,will help me ?

  • @baytongan8646
    @baytongan8646 6 років тому +19

    Y'all didn't even interview the guys at UNITED AIRLINES! SFO is an important domestic and international hub for United Airlines and is the gateway to the Asian and Pacific network. United Rampers are Union as well. But you guys choose to interview the outsourced rampers from Dnata and Swissport????

    • @RichKilla86ers
      @RichKilla86ers 6 років тому +2

      BayTongan I think United & other airlines want to keep it confidential

    • @guys05
      @guys05 5 років тому

      BayTongan I just applied for United airline for ramp agent. What’s your thought on it

    • @signoresantinoburnett1169
      @signoresantinoburnett1169 4 роки тому

      Dnata hired me :)

    • @chirag6885
      @chirag6885 Рік тому

      @@signoresantinoburnett1169 you still working with them?

  • @Jc-vr5rb
    @Jc-vr5rb 3 роки тому +5

    I’ve never had a job before. Would I still get this job? Or do they want people with experience?

  • @arizonajohn4894
    @arizonajohn4894 Рік тому

    I heard from a good source Denver is paying 22.00 hr for ramp agents,check it out.

    • @Vpzoe
      @Vpzoe 7 місяців тому

      Denver ALWAYS pays well. I heard it's difficult finding employees that don't have "plants" in their system 😂

  • @lendoncoquilla7889
    @lendoncoquilla7889 2 роки тому

    how to apply?

  • @mikethebigman
    @mikethebigman 4 роки тому

    Airlines don’t just gain fuel on the ground, they also gain subs on the ground

  • @airzulu2733
    @airzulu2733 3 роки тому +9

    To have as many eyes in the back of your head as possible. Working on the ramp seriously damage your health .

    • @hueso5071
      @hueso5071 2 роки тому +1

      How so? What are the health risks?

    • @inhouseent9865
      @inhouseent9865 2 роки тому

      @@hueso5071 Nbs I need to know as well I see them hiring in my area . So I came on the tube to hear experiences and I came across this 🤦🏿‍♂️

    • @burryeezy8837
      @burryeezy8837 2 роки тому

      Health , Schmealth. Work is work

    • @mariolisa2832
      @mariolisa2832 Рік тому

      @@burryeezy8837 lol wtf

  • @ashrafk3317
    @ashrafk3317 2 роки тому +3

    Okay but what if the plane doesn't stop for the ramp agent, how can they ensure the safety of the ramp agents

    • @davidsmiths5471
      @davidsmiths5471 Рік тому +1

      You get out of the way! Besides that ,safety is really decided by a good crew that knows what they are doing!

    • @zoedavi4460
      @zoedavi4460 Рік тому

      they just get hit fr

  • @FolarinOla
    @FolarinOla Рік тому

    Please i need a ling of job out of Nigeria i have 10 years' experience on ramp

  • @PrinceKarma650
    @PrinceKarma650 Рік тому

    The thrill to breaking your back

  • @thomas1x635
    @thomas1x635 5 років тому +7

    2:47 the fucking head of your company must have been your dad, no one gets supervisor after doing 1 month of ramp? seriously that's just not how it works?

  • @jackaffeldt
    @jackaffeldt 6 років тому +12

    2:55 that Captain is not wearing his high visibility vest.

    • @niksyan
      @niksyan 2 роки тому +3

      His glasses were shining

  • @misbaudeenadeshina2182
    @misbaudeenadeshina2182 6 років тому +1

    Apply for Ramp Agents at www.jobslance.com

  • @Beautyvibes237
    @Beautyvibes237 3 роки тому +1

    Hello please can someone tell me if I have to for a training course before applying? Or do I need any specific certifications!?

  • @user-hn9zp2qf9f
    @user-hn9zp2qf9f 2 роки тому

    I am staff to indigo airlines ,,but in the question ,,who this training

    • @skjuber4033
      @skjuber4033 2 роки тому

      What is qualification bro?

    • @chirag6885
      @chirag6885 Рік тому

      On which airport you are working?

  • @KB2CWN
    @KB2CWN 3 роки тому +1

    LMAO. Way to go SFO!
    Thanks for posting to the general public our authorized only secured area where we all work. In todays world, videos like this have no business being posted on social media.

  • @mkay2039
    @mkay2039 2 роки тому

    I am studying tourism management, can i be a ramp agent?

  • @xijinping4463
    @xijinping4463 4 роки тому +3

    I want to do this part time so me and my wife can fly free,I’m from samoa and live in Colorado very expensive to fly home

    • @zooknutt
      @zooknutt 4 роки тому +3

      U do realize that flying free has its drawbacks? If plane is full u sit at airport and wait, forget high season

    • @orlando_aviator_journey
      @orlando_aviator_journey 4 роки тому

      Have you thought about moving back home to Samoa ?

    • @mariolisa2832
      @mariolisa2832 Рік тому

      @@orlando_aviator_journey no

  • @nawazsharif7133
    @nawazsharif7133 3 роки тому

    Ramp agent

  • @davidfrank3728
    @davidfrank3728 2 роки тому +2

    ya forgot managers can be a pain the back side.. when you are short staffed and they still demand on time departures, then act all stupid why it left late!! Ya can not turn a fully loaded 757 (all four bins stuffed) in fifty five minutes with 3 people! Or normally we had four turn arounds with 9 people, We were turning ANC and SEA on the corners, with 2 DC-9's in the middle gates just for fun.. something is not leaving on time! them toss in fity below winters (MSP), or torentual sideways rains, your are cold, wet and hungry, and something always hurts. boots full of water, your and your but is soaked thru...
    Physically demanding is an understatement! its more like getting your but handed to you most days!!!
    12 Years I was down there, with 5 as a ramp chief.. Northwest MSP and LAX.. finished my career with delta ..
    but damn, I still miss it, and would go back in a hot minute, but its a young mans game! It was the Best job I ever had!!!

    • @elijahyanas9163
      @elijahyanas9163 2 роки тому

      So you think it’s a job I should take??? The weather condition and hard work is nothing to me lol. I been through way worst. I’m just kind of scared to take that step

    • @thegoat7043
      @thegoat7043 Рік тому +1

      Facts lol shorted and they expect a plane to go out on time with 2 people lol

  • @jaycalvnatn
    @jaycalvnatn 3 роки тому

    Ata

  • @RichKilla86ers
    @RichKilla86ers 5 років тому +5

    I already know more than 1/2 the employees/management quit or fired from this video

    • @karlag8671
      @karlag8671 4 роки тому +1

      Richard Castromayor 😂😂😂

    • @hueso5071
      @hueso5071 2 роки тому

      Lmao. Really?

  • @fj04
    @fj04 2 роки тому

    Where i live a ramp agent gets pay 10:50

    • @chirag6885
      @chirag6885 Рік тому

      On which airport do you work?

  • @mersimanioxd1264
    @mersimanioxd1264 Рік тому +1

    requirements having a driver license and blood flowing thorugh your body.

  • @CoreyGoldwaves
    @CoreyGoldwaves 2 роки тому

    This looks like it sucks....dodging slow moving planes and boxes falling while dealing with 3 degree weather (where I'm from)

  • @dog2.051
    @dog2.051 6 років тому +68

    Its shit. Its all awesome and fun when your new to the job. But after 6 months you will start thinking that this job will get no where in life. But it is a better job than working at a fast food place.

    • @theforestlizard223
      @theforestlizard223 6 років тому +11

      xTeddy _ what do you mean by that , it's hard to move up ? Because I want to become a aircraft mechanic and I was thinking about get a job like just to see how is life around planes

    • @dog2.051
      @dog2.051 6 років тому +6

      the forestlizard same here bro. Im planning on becoming pilot but first I want to become a mechanic. Mechanic is completely different than working ramp.

    • @theforestlizard223
      @theforestlizard223 6 років тому +1

      xTeddy _ right now I'm studying mechanical engineering and in the future thermal systems will this help me ?

    • @videosuperhighway7655
      @videosuperhighway7655 6 років тому +8

      xTeddy _ bad thinking. You need to start on the ground floor and pay your dues and show a work ethic, ability to work with others and with time comes promotions and salary increases. Too many people want to start at the top and refuse jobs that will get them there.

    • @dog2.051
      @dog2.051 6 років тому +4

      Me who works for Menzies Aviation in YXE, search up the weather, its like 8 months of winter and barely 3 months of summer, the temp goes down to -30C with windchill, thats like -50C, and the company provides you shitty clothings, I didnt even recieve a winter jacket, all I have is a rain coat, I got fed up and told the management the shit I'm dealing with and we get 13$/hr, which isnt bad in summer, but in winter... its a shitstorm, our employees have even asked if they could get any winter bonus like getting a bit more paid during winter season. But nope no response. I have applied for screening job at the airport, which is much better, its a inside job, nice uniform, less busy at this airport and more time to study for my pilot license.

  • @anglakpasherpa8109
    @anglakpasherpa8109 6 років тому +6

    salary of them?

    • @RichKilla86ers
      @RichKilla86ers 6 років тому +3

      it varies. for lowest pay is $14.~ hourly as of 2018 but managers could rack up $80k-100K annually. it's also depend on what company working for. look it up on jobs on flysfo.com

    • @thosekidsactdum
      @thosekidsactdum 6 років тому +1

      Minimum at most, but some companies include pay raise followed by union. Most importantly many new-hires are going to come and go, then the spot for supervisor will come and go.

    • @kylebrinkman8598
      @kylebrinkman8598 5 років тому

      25.000 a year

    • @RichKilla86ers
      @RichKilla86ers 5 років тому

      Doug Mammaro the average hourly entry level start pay @ SFO is $17-$18 as of this this. It’s still low pay since living in the Bay Area is total rip off.

    • @chupachups6080
      @chupachups6080 5 років тому

      I'm ramp agent and i have fucking 200$ per month ❤

  • @junaxcabz1811
    @junaxcabz1811 4 роки тому +2

    How to apply for ramp agent

    • @victorromero8861
      @victorromero8861 4 роки тому

      Just go any airlines website and search for careers. Just look for your nearest airport to you!

  • @petrkolda9462
    @petrkolda9462 2 роки тому +1

    I work as ramp agent in Ostrava and here its VERY badly paid job and our airport is not taking care of our department, but only about marshals and security😏
    Beautiful job but not in our country😄

  • @KDC93
    @KDC93 Рік тому

    The job sounded good till they said you have to be a team player. Fuck that.

  • @davidsmiths5471
    @davidsmiths5471 Рік тому

    Shows unsafe procedures!!!

  • @nzinghapearson6789
    @nzinghapearson6789 6 років тому +3

    Is this an okay job for a woman??!

    • @Boxcar.hillside
      @Boxcar.hillside 6 років тому +6

      Nzingha Pearson why wouldn't it be? Women are just as capable as men.

    • @TreBpro
      @TreBpro 6 років тому +27

      Santiago Moriarty don't lie to this woman😂

    • @RichKilla86ers
      @RichKilla86ers 6 років тому +7

      I’ve seen women lifting bags & even towing planes. They must have ‘balls’ to do the job.

    • @pauljorge5089
      @pauljorge5089 5 років тому +2

      Nzingha Pearson if they don’t mind getting their hands dirty and lifting some pretty heavy bags than they shouldn’t have a problem lol

  • @mikeje305
    @mikeje305 Рік тому

    Yeah right