I remember watching this video when I had just got hired on with Unifi to get me excited, this is my entry to aviation. Now I’m with SW and I love it. Being a ramp agent is fun at times. Stay safe🔥
I loved my job as a ramp agent. Hard work, not much pay, but I saw the sun rise every day. I got to do some pretty cool things like sitting in the captain's seat to start the APU, turn on lights and radios then be ready to hit the brakes if something went wrong as we moved the 75.
It doesn't make sense. The equipment you guys are entrusted to handle costs millions of dollars most especially the airplane. Yet they won't compensate you fairly and adequately. Being out in the harsh elements alone warrants. Good, and living wages.
Did this for 30 yrs in HNL Went from 747's and DC10's to 767 and the 757 narrow bodies when the airlines became cost cutting crazy. Thousands of pounds of Freight and mail with each flight, containerized on the wide body and free loaded on the 757. If you wish to continue this, I recommend working for one of the big airlines. AA, United or even Delta (non union but pay very well too}. Once your in and build some seniority, you can transfer anywhere your seniority lets you. The pay is much better and overall, the benefits are also. You can also check other cities that are hiring if you want to relocate. Since your not afraid of doing the work, you'll have it easy. Good luck
30 years, WOW! Thats amazing. Yeah, i currently like the city where im living but i will keep that in mind whenever i decide to move to a different city. I know flight benefits are so much better with mainline
Very interesting..curious why you aren't mentioning aspects concerned with discounted travel fees . Sometimes zero & typically only tax amt for price of ticket.Kinda concerning that any aspect concerned with preparing any aspect of a machine full of people, isn't treated with kid gloves..not a crew of youngsters maybe better suited for staff at a drive thru car wash. The supervisor slouched in his chair with nothing particular to say is a scary example🌉..wonder where your surfboard or dog kennel disappeared to? Uh..well here's food for thought🐾
@@canyonhaverfield2201 Contract workers have been around for years now. Smaller airlines believe the mistakes and problems associated with these companies are fine. Because they are expendable the minute things get out of control. they just go to the next contract company. They don't have to bear the cost of employee related stuff so they save a bundle. I'm never too comfortable seeing contract guys down below if I'm flying. An open lav panel or forget to close a door can be scary.. I'm sure some are fantastic but they are usually short timers and won't be there long. Where are the majors, AA, Delta and United give benefits and high pay to make sure things go right..
Good on you for this video and your other about the work you do in the airline gig. I've been in Air Cargo going on 28 years here in Alaska (ANC). My first 5 years were as a ground handler for a company that serviced other airlines and the rest has been for one of the big international air cargo airlines working 747's and now 777's. But when i tell people coming up that I started at the bottom, I meant it, dumping lavs, pumping up the potable water, throwing bags and huffing many thousand pound cargo containers and pallets. I've moved up but I always remember where I came from and often enough I'm out on the ramp out turning planes like cheap tricks. I let my flight crews know when the weather is bad to treat my ramp crews well, don't leave them out standing in the rain, the snow, the wind or the dark just because they're just not feeling it and not in a rush to move a plane. Your job and mine are very different on one side of the hand and but also the same on the other side of the hand. When I travel and look out the windows, your the guys I'm looking for. Its never anyone I know but all cut from the same cloth, all brothers and sisters of the airline industry getting it done, the people behind the scenes making it happen so that the traveling public can get to where they are going and their bags magically appear and all the things the make the plane happen actully happen. Great video of you taking the time to show the pride in what you do and that you go out and get it done without being thanked. Just know, a few of us that do the job, we watch you and people like you and thank you for helping us get from A to B!
Thank you for what you for the aviation industry. Im glad to hear you havent forgotten where you came from. This is really a felt warming comment and im truly thankful for it. We def have a tough job and make it work through any kinds of weather and do it not for the thank you, but making sure they get out on time and safely. Thank you for watching and sharing your story.
I work at regional port in Australia. It’s so interesting to see how different ports do ground work differently. We don’t use to bars or aerobridges at our port. So it’s cool to see them being used thanks for sharing
My interest in aviation has exponentially grown over the past couple of years and have been doing some plane spotting. Unfortunately my international airport isn't really plane spotter friendly but I'll watch the planes and the crew and I think being a ground crew worker at a bug airport would be pretty cool!
keep up the good work and thank you for keeping our flights moving. Looks cool to see the cargo hold of an a320. i would love to see one of the boeing 737-800 or max8
I just got a position as a ramp agent at Air Canada and Imma start the trainning next month, for now Im just reading, watching videos,doing the modules in order to get all the neccessary access/permits before starting. I just came across your video and it is encouraging you gotta love what you do. Thanks again bro, keep going
@@jakeellman7447 any job that u can do with safety first will always be a fun job being rushed in any job will always cause accident and later on be categorized as you getting the end of the stick.
I have always wondered about the inner workings and the heart of commercial airline travel, now I know. Ramp agents need a tip jar, Kudos to ya'all!!!; Thank You Zay
Yes I do this on a daily basis I just don’t work the morning shift lol I work for American Airlines.. thank you for making this video for all future ramp agents. It’s a cool job with great benefits especially free flights anywhere
Thank you for sharing. I have always been on the other side of the fence as a pilot and/or passenger. My brother still works for United in Vegas for 42 years no. He works maintenance on the aircraft.
Im an employee in cargo For those that know policy if hes asked lead supervisor and GOAC and has obtained written permission hes good. It must be cleared by GOAC and the content must be screened by both GOAC and the TSA before being uploaded. Its cool that you exercised the right channels to share this with us. Its encouraged me to learn more and help ramp much more often since Im in a ULD my whole shift loading what you guys put on those planes Current employees: Policy on this is very strict. Please do not pull your phone out on the ramp or in the warehouse if you work cargo without explicit permission. What hes done here helps out his airline company and shows more people how cool this job is. Mad respect bro for doing it the right way and helping the business grow. We need a lot of help so this matters. IMPACT
I worked for Allegiant for about 2 or 3 months and the job was cool but the lack of training, hours were super part time made me quit. It was a cool experience though. Everyone hated working the bag room, but I loved it. The scary part for me when I was starting out was when they had me wing walk the plane out. Being near those plane engines at full speed and trying to unhook the tow bar was scary my first couple times lol
Yeah, if the hours and training doesnt align then def thats not good. Haha yeah, i enjoy working the bag room as well. When you wing walk theyre always gonna be in low speed. You'll know its in high speed when the plane is shaking haha
I worked on the ramp a long time ago just as a summer job. It was fun, but dangerous...dangerous when people don't follow safety protocols. I worked in the bag room mostly when I was assigned to a crew. The bag room was fun and easy. I was apart of a ramp crew as well. I sucked at marshaling in the planes. It definitely takes some practice. One memory that was kind of a wow moment was; a 757-300 that had 3 HRs on a full flight. I felt bad for the guy who had to load that bin. HRs are human remains and you CANNOT stack them and put LUGGAGE on top of them. When I was on a ramp crew routinely if there were any HRs there was 1, maybe 2, but this flight had 3.
I never had to worked with any HRs. But had worked with some organs but they were light. It is a very dangerous job and should follow every safety protocol and cant get complacent with all the machines and high torque motors everywhere. Bag room is fun but can be tough too. Marshalling is one of my fav things to do. Takes time to get used to
Ughhh I am so sorry you had to deal with human remains. May I ask you how did it become human remains? With these people that got into accidents and died or something?
over the years I've loaded a ton of HR's. On wide body aircraft sometimes it would be on a pallet here in Hawaii. Usually military so the officer that escort the HR would come out to witness the unloading. I was on the loader and you can imagine the pressure. Everyone looking out the window from the gates and the highly decorated serviceman below saluting as I brought it down. All work stopped until we got it off. The next part was to get it on to a lousy freight dolly we have. Not a simple task with old equipment but I never had a bad problem.
@@gmar7836 So essentially not everyone dies in the city or state, where they ultimately want to be buried or have their remains disposed of. So routinely on commercial flights, human remains are loaded into the bin of the aircraft with the rest of the luggage. Let's just say you had a aunt that lived and died in California. Perhaps, her wishes and or a already purchased grave plot are located in New York. Her body would ultimately be flown back to NY in the manner described. Ofcourse, I am sure bodies are just driven across state lines versus flown, but unless that distance is justifiably short, most likely the love one will be taken a flight.
Love this informative video and I know I can perform the duties. The only thing preventing me from applying is the cold weather. How long do you have to stay outside in the cold weather
I came to your video because I applied to be a ramp agent for Southwest Airlines, I received an email form them regarding a possible phone interview, I have no experience in this field but I'm only 23 and come form a security/ law enforcement background. I applied for this job because I wanted a change and my friend is an agent for United airlines and told me how fun it is to work for the airport, I'm hoping I get to travel and continue to learn and grow within the company. I am a fast learner and eager to learn so I shouldn't have any problems, I'm just hoping I can stay full time if hired because I pay bills lol.
Thats great news, well goodluck on the interview and you dont really need experience to get the job just good character and willing to learn. Yes, traveling is my fav perk of the job. Yes, most airlines will prolly love you to work full time and might be willing for you to work overtime
@@ZayPolanco Thank you for your insight man, thank you again for making this video, you literally helped me!!! I ended up getting the job!!! I can't wait to embark on this new journey!!!
Good camera views, and to the point. Asking do the belt loader and small baggage cart tug have fire extinguishers? Tried to look but not both sides shown. Thx
Thanks for this video as I have applied at my local airport for a ramp position. Just looking to make some extra money right now. Not sure if this is something that is good for me but if they call me, I will try it. I like being outside and being around big planes and this may be something new for me.
I have driving license but i am not good at driving yet. I have got the confirmation for the work. Will it be ok if i tell them i cant ride that vehicle
Been working CG for UA for a decade, 8 years at DEN and the last 2 at MSY. Good camera work! Although hooking up a towbar without immediately connecting it to the pushback, regardless of any cone delineator placement, ain't SOP. But y'all do your thing, get those STAR's out early and D:30's am I right?! And no- time isn't everything- SAFETY is! Do it right, do it properly, flight takes a hit, then they should have hired more people and acquired more equipment! Your crew coming out uninjured first, then the plane departing unscathed, and lastly the equipment still functioning, is what's most important.
I appreciate the feedback bro. Yes i agree safety is everything and thats why thats the first thing i mentioned. Absolutely i always tell the crew we want to leave the ramp the way we came in.
This brings back so many memories, I worked the ramp for 12 years in SYR. What ramp are you at? I see unifi so it must be close 👀. No seat belt on the belt loader, no guide person, you gonna get fired 😂. Whoever sending up those bags is asking for it next time he’s in the bin. Can’t be sending duffels up that early. Bag room guy is chillin like usual, nothing changes there. I loved bag room lol. Nice video man!
12 years is a long time. Yeah, i put on the seat belt as soon as i pulled out from the shot lol i didnt need a guide person since i was not pulling all the way to the plane just setting it up. Yeah, i think they were new hires that was sending the bag up. Bag room guy living there best life out there lol
I do this in San Diego morning crew also for Unifi lol. It’s definitely busy but it’s a fun job if you can get into it. I average 20,000 daily steps so it’s a good workout too lol
@@ZayPolanco oh it’s super chaotic rn . We just started a new flight schedule which added a solid 20 flights spread into our workload . But all in all I’m the healthiest I been in years
I wanted to be a Ramp Agent @ DCA REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT just outside of Washington DC in Arlington VA. I just got impatient with the whole process ie going to class for 7 weeks in front of a computer and taking tests. Which is better Ramp Agent or Cargo Agent or there's no difference?
Yeah, training is a big part in the beginning. CBT's are genereally pretty boring but it gives a good insight especially if you havent worked at an airport. From my experience and at my airport ramp and cargo really is the same.
Been out on the ramp now for pretty much just over a year in cargo, and honestly I think it's easier than working on PAX flights, but that just might be me
If we're on the same page, that wheel is an auto leveler. It keeps the plane and the bridge on the same level since the more passengers board the heavier the plane gets. Same goes with people deplaning the plane, it gets lighter the more people get off. It has to level so it wont damage the aircraft door.
I heard of people who work in a landfill get caught stealing out of recycling is TSA and ramp workers stealing from passengers luggage worse or the same
What does the training consist of bro, I start on Monday! Is it mostly all on the computer or do you have to get up in front on the class and talk because I hate that stuff??
Goodluck, just computer traning. Pretty much everything you need to know about the ramp. You wont be working hands on until you finish all your CBT's. Its all computer and you wont have to get in front of a class lol
That was very informative! I have a question Zay: How is the training? Like how long is it and did you have to go out of town to train? What are they looking for - for applicants? I am trying to be a ramp agent and I have no prior experience with that job.
No, he doesn't since that is a contract company. Most of the time if it is not the main airline the pay is not well but it does come with some type of benefit.
Hell yeah. Did this years ago, and nothing has changed. Had lots of good times, worked with lots of cool people, made lots of good memories.
This video brings back some awesome memories, a blast from the past. I was a ramper with Delta for 8 years at LAX between 1994 and 2002.
Thats awesome! Im glad this video made it possible for you to reminisce
What did you do after if you dont mind telling me?
I remember watching this video when I had just got hired on with Unifi to get me excited, this is my entry to aviation. Now I’m with SW and I love it. Being a ramp agent is fun at times. Stay safe🔥
I loved my job as a ramp agent. Hard work, not much pay, but I saw the sun rise every day. I got to do some pretty cool things like sitting in the captain's seat to start the APU, turn on lights and radios then be ready to hit the brakes if something went wrong as we moved the 75.
Yeah, being in the flight deck is one of the coolest things
It doesn't make sense. The equipment you guys are entrusted to handle costs millions of dollars most especially the airplane. Yet they won't compensate you fairly and adequately. Being out in the harsh elements alone warrants. Good, and living wages.
Did this for 30 yrs in HNL
Went from 747's and DC10's to 767 and the 757 narrow bodies when the airlines became cost cutting crazy. Thousands of pounds of Freight and mail with each flight, containerized on the wide body and free loaded on the 757. If you wish to continue this, I recommend working for one of the big airlines. AA, United or even Delta (non union but pay very well too}. Once your in and build some seniority, you can transfer anywhere your seniority lets you. The pay is much better and overall, the benefits are also. You can also check other cities that are hiring if you want to relocate. Since your not afraid of doing the work, you'll have it easy.
Good luck
30 years, WOW! Thats amazing. Yeah, i currently like the city where im living but i will keep that in mind whenever i decide to move to a different city. I know flight benefits are so much better with mainline
Very interesting..curious why you aren't mentioning aspects concerned with discounted travel fees .
Sometimes zero & typically only tax amt for price of ticket.Kinda concerning that any aspect concerned with preparing any aspect of a machine full of people, isn't treated with kid gloves..not a crew of youngsters maybe better suited for staff at a drive thru car wash. The supervisor slouched in his chair with nothing particular to say is a scary example🌉..wonder where your surfboard or dog kennel disappeared to?
Uh..well here's food for thought🐾
@@canyonhaverfield2201 Contract workers have been around for years now. Smaller airlines believe the mistakes and problems associated with these companies are fine. Because they are expendable the minute things get out of control. they just go to the next contract company. They don't have to bear the cost of employee related stuff so they save a bundle.
I'm never too comfortable seeing contract guys down below if I'm flying. An open lav panel or forget to close a door can be scary.. I'm sure some are fantastic but they are usually short timers and won't be there long. Where are the majors, AA, Delta and United give benefits and high pay to make sure things go right..
As a 7 yr employee with AA I concur that but a union is good to have.
@@jonthomson1714 you are absolutely right ✅️ bout that. Contract workers means lower quality baggage handling normally.
Salute to you guys for your hard work
Appreciate the kind words.
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@@ZayPolanco great job. Have u worked on a 747
Good on you for this video and your other about the work you do in the airline gig.
I've been in Air Cargo going on 28 years here in Alaska (ANC). My first 5 years were as a ground handler for a company that serviced other airlines and the rest has been for one of the big international air cargo airlines working 747's and now 777's. But when i tell people coming up that I started at the bottom, I meant it, dumping lavs, pumping up the potable water, throwing bags and huffing many thousand pound cargo containers and pallets. I've moved up but I always remember where I came from and often enough I'm out on the ramp out turning planes like cheap tricks. I let my flight crews know when the weather is bad to treat my ramp crews well, don't leave them out standing in the rain, the snow, the wind or the dark just because they're just not feeling it and not in a rush to move a plane.
Your job and mine are very different on one side of the hand and but also the same on the other side of the hand. When I travel and look out the windows, your the guys I'm looking for. Its never anyone I know but all cut from the same cloth, all brothers and sisters of the airline industry getting it done, the people behind the scenes making it happen so that the traveling public can get to where they are going and their bags magically appear and all the things the make the plane happen actully happen. Great video of you taking the time to show the pride in what you do and that you go out and get it done without being thanked. Just know, a few of us that do the job, we watch you and people like you and thank you for helping us get from A to B!
Thank you for what you for the aviation industry. Im glad to hear you havent forgotten where you came from. This is really a felt warming comment and im truly thankful for it. We def have a tough job and make it work through any kinds of weather and do it not for the thank you, but making sure they get out on time and safely. Thank you for watching and sharing your story.
I work at regional port in Australia. It’s so interesting to see how different ports do ground work differently. We don’t use to bars or aerobridges at our port. So it’s cool to see them being used thanks for sharing
I appreciate all the ramp people do to keep the ops rolling smoothly and safely. You guys do a hell of good work! Thank you!
My interest in aviation has exponentially grown over the past couple of years and have been doing some plane spotting. Unfortunately my international airport isn't really plane spotter friendly but I'll watch the planes and the crew and I think being a ground crew worker at a bug airport would be pretty cool!
You get to be a ground crew worker?
keep up the good work and thank you for keeping our flights moving. Looks cool to see the cargo hold of an a320. i would love to see one of the boeing 737-800 or max8
Thank you, i really appreciate it. Yeah we rarely do get those aircrafts but when we do, ill def get it on video
@@ZayPolanco we get those everyday the max is just a bit taller than the 800
Have to honestly admit I miss that job the work was easy the benefits were great and made some awesome friends! Keep up the good work man!
Yeah, those are one of the biggest reasons why i keep this job. Thank you.
I just got a position as a ramp agent at Air Canada and Imma start the trainning next month, for now Im just reading, watching videos,doing the modules in order to get all the neccessary access/permits before starting. I just came across your video and it is encouraging you gotta love what you do. Thanks again bro, keep going
Its a fun job man I’ve been doing it for about 4 years now
@@jakeellman7447 any job that u can do with safety first will always be a fun job being rushed in any job will always cause accident and later on be categorized as you getting the end of the stick.
Best of luck man! Learn as much as you can and hopefully you can get out on the ramp soon.
Just got the job at air Canada today, how is it?
@@nurtleswurld7852 pretty cool bro however it is stressful with the exams
I have always wondered about the inner workings and the heart of commercial airline travel, now I know. Ramp agents need a tip jar, Kudos to ya'all!!!; Thank You Zay
Yeah a tip jar would be amazing lol Thank you
Yes I do this on a daily basis I just don’t work the morning shift lol I work for American Airlines.. thank you for making this video for all future ramp agents. It’s a cool job with great benefits especially free flights anywhere
Haha your welcome! I'm hoping new hires learned a thing or two from this video. Yeah alot of good things about the job especially the free fligts
At $14.75 per hour, it is not worthy.
@@titohuertas depends on your station & state really but yeah i here you $14.75 you cant live off that
@@titohuertas it’s 15.05 for envoy now
I make 23’60 here
Seems like a simple job! Thanks for giving me a look into it! I applied for the same job role but in Delta
Yes, it really is a simple job once you know the ins and outs and the basics. Goodluck
I worked ramp when I was 19 for an airline that no longer exists. Being an aviation geek, I thought it was the best job in the world!
Oh thats too bad. I def think the job is up there for sure
Thanks for posting this! I just had my first interview to be a ramp agent and this video has me stoked!
Best of Luck! Yeah im def confident youre gonna love it. Let me know how it goes for you
@@ZayPolanco does it require experience to get this job?
@@alexjames8023no experience needed they’ll train you once you apply
@@alexjames8023 no, I just got hired on at 20. No experience
Wow, that brings back the memories. I was a rampie at YVR for Hudson back in the day. Miss the job sometimes, thanks for posting bro.
Your welcome! Yeah, i hope to do more like this
Thanks for all yalls hard work. Looks like you are a fellow military personnel. Thanks for your service. God bless America🇺🇸🇺🇸
I am a military personnel. Thank you lol God Bless
@@ZayPolanco I was a gator! 320th 💪
I knew it!❤
I am from india I want to join in America so how I can join
Thank you for sharing. I have always been on the other side of the fence as a pilot and/or passenger. My brother still works for United in Vegas for 42 years no. He works maintenance on the aircraft.
That is awesome! Thank you.
Im an employee in cargo For those that know policy if hes asked lead supervisor and GOAC and has obtained written permission hes good. It must be cleared by GOAC and the content must be screened by both GOAC and the TSA before being uploaded. Its cool that you exercised the right channels to share this with us. Its encouraged me to learn more and help ramp much more often since Im in a ULD my whole shift loading what you guys put on those planes
Current employees: Policy on this is very strict. Please do not pull your phone out on the ramp or in the warehouse if you work cargo without explicit permission.
What hes done here helps out his airline company and shows more people how cool this job is. Mad respect bro for doing it the right way and helping the business grow. We need a lot of help so this matters. IMPACT
@@nightwintertooth9502 Can you post these policy??
@davidsmiths5471 geez this was 11 months back. I no longer work there. Moved onto working a different gig in tech.
@@nightwintertooth9502 Just came up on my account for some reason! My apologies, good luck in your in career
I worked for Allegiant for about 2 or 3 months and the job was cool but the lack of training, hours were super part time made me quit. It was a cool experience though. Everyone hated working the bag room, but I loved it. The scary part for me when I was starting out was when they had me wing walk the plane out. Being near those plane engines at full speed and trying to unhook the tow bar was scary my first couple times lol
If you were a wing walker, the planes were never at full speed
Yeah, if the hours and training doesnt align then def thats not good. Haha yeah, i enjoy working the bag room as well. When you wing walk theyre always gonna be in low speed. You'll know its in high speed when the plane is shaking haha
This was really informative, thanks a lot for the inside peek. Im considering being an agent.
I worked on the ramp a long time ago just as a summer job. It was fun, but dangerous...dangerous when people don't follow safety protocols. I worked in the bag room mostly when I was assigned to a crew. The bag room was fun and easy. I was apart of a ramp crew as well. I sucked at marshaling in the planes. It definitely takes some practice. One memory that was kind of a wow moment was; a 757-300 that had 3 HRs on a full flight. I felt bad for the guy who had to load that bin. HRs are human remains and you CANNOT stack them and put LUGGAGE on top of them. When I was on a ramp crew routinely if there were any HRs there was 1, maybe 2, but this flight had 3.
I never had to worked with any HRs. But had worked with some organs but they were light. It is a very dangerous job and should follow every safety protocol and cant get complacent with all the machines and high torque motors everywhere. Bag room is fun but can be tough too. Marshalling is one of my fav things to do. Takes time to get used to
Ughhh I am so sorry you had to deal with human remains. May I ask you how did it become human remains? With these people that got into accidents and died or something?
over the years I've loaded a ton of HR's.
On wide body aircraft sometimes it would be on a pallet here in Hawaii. Usually military so the officer that escort the HR would come out to witness the unloading. I was on the loader and you can imagine the pressure. Everyone looking out the window from the gates and the highly decorated serviceman below saluting as I brought it down. All work stopped until we got it off.
The next part was to get it on to a lousy freight dolly we have. Not a simple task with old equipment but I never had a bad problem.
@@gmar7836 So essentially not everyone dies in the city or state, where they ultimately want to be buried or have their remains disposed of. So routinely on commercial flights, human remains are loaded into the bin of the aircraft with the rest of the luggage. Let's just say you had a aunt that lived and died in California. Perhaps, her wishes and or a already purchased grave plot are located in New York. Her body would ultimately be flown back to NY in the manner described. Ofcourse, I am sure bodies are just driven across state lines versus flown, but unless that distance is justifiably short, most likely the love one will be taken a flight.
Love this informative video and I know I can perform the duties. The only thing preventing me from applying is the cold weather. How long do you have to stay outside in the cold weather
I want this job! Looks like you stay busy & never get bored.
I love early early morning work vibes. Looks chill out there.
21st of this month itll be a year of working as a ramp agent now... love this job!
That’s awesome! Happy anniversary lol I’m glad you enjoy what you’re doing
I’m start working as ramp agent pretty soon… I’m nervous but hopefully I can get a better position as soon as possible
best teacher
Hey man absolutely amazing! I am an aircraft loader based in Athens, Greece. Job is fun majority of times. Keep up the great work!
That’s awesome man! Thank you, maybe I see you on the ramp when I visit Athens
Looks exciting and need to eat a lot throughout the shift 😅 . I'm starting this job next month.
Cheers Bro 👍 for making this virtual work experience vid.
Legend...working & filming it😊
You covered everything I needed to know about this role ✌️
I came to your video because I applied to be a ramp agent for Southwest Airlines, I received an email form them regarding a possible phone interview, I have no experience in this field but I'm only 23 and come form a security/ law enforcement background. I applied for this job because I wanted a change and my friend is an agent for United airlines and told me how fun it is to work for the airport, I'm hoping I get to travel and continue to learn and grow within the company. I am a fast learner and eager to learn so I shouldn't have any problems, I'm just hoping I can stay full time if hired because I pay bills lol.
Thats great news, well goodluck on the interview and you dont really need experience to get the job just good character and willing to learn. Yes, traveling is my fav perk of the job. Yes, most airlines will prolly love you to work full time and might be willing for you to work overtime
@@ZayPolanco Thank you for your insight man, thank you again for making this video, you literally helped me!!! I ended up getting the job!!! I can't wait to embark on this new journey!!!
so .. did you get in with Southwest? ..
I'm applying for the same place right now. I'm tired of working factory jobs. I want to do something else in life. And I love airplanes.
Man I did this job. When I graduated high school. Literally one of the best and fun jobs.
Yeah! Wished i did it as soon as i got out of high school. Def fun
Good camera views, and to the point. Asking do the belt loader and small baggage cart tug have fire extinguishers? Tried to look but not both sides shown. Thx
starting my ramper adventure April 9th. Badged and ready to serve. UGE
I enjoy seeing this I currently work for Allegiant at Standiford Field in Louisville
Thanks man, nice, how is it over there?
What is the job called unloading the bags and suitcases from the plane and putting them into the plane? Is that bulk hold?
What is PMC Bulkhold
I’m in private aviation now, but spent 8 years at Seattle Tacoma intl. brings back memories.
Thanks for this video as I have applied at my local airport for a ramp position. Just looking to make some extra money right now. Not sure if this is something that is good for me but if they call me, I will try it. I like being outside and being around big planes and this may be something new for me.
I have driving license but i am not good at driving yet. I have got the confirmation for the work. Will it be ok if i tell them i cant ride that vehicle
Yeah, it’s better to let them know than hide that
Is this Albany International Airport? I fly weekly from ALB on United and Delta
Very good job young man
Been working CG for UA for a decade, 8 years at DEN and the last 2 at MSY. Good camera work! Although hooking up a towbar without immediately connecting it to the pushback, regardless of any cone delineator placement, ain't SOP. But y'all do your thing, get those STAR's out early and D:30's am I right?! And no- time isn't everything- SAFETY is! Do it right, do it properly, flight takes a hit, then they should have hired more people and acquired more equipment! Your crew coming out uninjured first, then the plane departing unscathed, and lastly the equipment still functioning, is what's most important.
I appreciate the feedback bro. Yes i agree safety is everything and thats why thats the first thing i mentioned. Absolutely i always tell the crew we want to leave the ramp the way we came in.
This is my dream job one day!
This brings back so many memories, I worked the ramp for 12 years in SYR. What ramp are you at? I see unifi so it must be close 👀. No seat belt on the belt loader, no guide person, you gonna get fired 😂. Whoever sending up those bags is asking for it next time he’s in the bin. Can’t be sending duffels up that early. Bag room guy is chillin like usual, nothing changes there. I loved bag room lol. Nice video man!
12 years is a long time. Yeah, i put on the seat belt as soon as i pulled out from the shot lol i didnt need a guide person since i was not pulling all the way to the plane just setting it up. Yeah, i think they were new hires that was sending the bag up. Bag room guy living there best life out there lol
Awesome Video. I’m going to apply for Ramp Agent soon
Great job keep up the good work 😊
Thank You young man! Interesting view from my end.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Good video , I did ramp agent for about 4 years
Is it hard work ? As i read here its kinda fun job aswell.. gonna start working soon so trying get as much as info i can
new UGE ramper RIC. Lovin it so far 2 months in.............
I do this in San Diego morning crew also for Unifi lol. It’s definitely busy but it’s a fun job if you can get into it. I average 20,000 daily steps so it’s a good workout too lol
Yeah, its definitely a nice free workout haha the best is when its busy for me, i like moving around. But morning can sometimes be chaotic haha
@@ZayPolanco oh it’s super chaotic rn . We just started a new flight schedule which added a solid 20 flights spread into our workload . But all in all I’m the healthiest I been in years
I definitely miss working on the ramp!!! One of my most enjoyable jobs!!!
Yes! Its alot of fun out there
8 years in. ground handler to k loader to tug operator to lead hand and now deicing coordinator and load master.
Thats awesome, youre gaining new skills and just keep on moving up. Thats really awesome
I wanted to be a Ramp Agent @ DCA REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT just outside of Washington DC in Arlington VA. I just got impatient with the whole process ie going to class for 7 weeks in front of a computer and taking tests. Which is better Ramp Agent or Cargo Agent or there's no difference?
Yeah, training is a big part in the beginning. CBT's are genereally pretty boring but it gives a good insight especially if you havent worked at an airport. From my experience and at my airport ramp and cargo really is the same.
Do you get paid at least?
What did they have you doing when you first started?
Just came across this video and I it was posted long time ago but please can I have name of the song🤦♀️
Great video. Fantastic cinematography.
I use to work the ramp at LAx it was hella fun before 9-11💯
Yeah! It def changed after 9/11 but still fun now tho
New Favourite UA-camr
Man!!! Thats awesome, thank you
Been doing this since May 2005, its a cool job, best part for me is when I push the plane and when I marshall it in.
Wow! That’s a very long time. Yeah I def love pushing the plane back
Love your videos bro. I recognize those boots.
Haha thank you bro. Yeah haha those boots give away what I'm affiliated with lol
Been out on the ramp now for pretty much just over a year in cargo, and honestly I think it's easier than working on PAX flights, but that just might be me
Worked the ramp for swissport Manchester. Did it for a year. And I miss it.
Yeah! You can always go back to it
is to check the damage of the aircraft is a part of your job ?
Good job, thank you
Thank you for watching!
Luggage lock for the locker, brings back memories.
Yup! Had to get one and i had plenty of luggage locks lol
Just Sub'd... I have worked for airlines in Yield management for my entire life.. never knew all this.. Excellent Vid, thanks.. 👌👌
Thank you! I really appreciate it. More of it is to come
I like how this was filmed :) seems like a lot of work was put into this video
So what is the round white wheel that is attacted to the tunnel I would walk down to get on the plane? And why does it say do not touch?
If we're on the same page, that wheel is an auto leveler. It keeps the plane and the bridge on the same level since the more passengers board the heavier the plane gets. Same goes with people deplaning the plane, it gets lighter the more people get off. It has to level so it wont damage the aircraft door.
ayyye unifi fam!! been working on the ramp for 3 months now, it’s pretty cool what we do!
UNIFI FAM!! It really is pretty cool and fun to work at. Im glad youre enjoying it
How many hours do you have to remain outside in the cold weather or can you go inside once bags are removed?
I heard of people who work in a landfill get caught stealing out of recycling is TSA and ramp workers stealing from passengers luggage worse or the same
As a plane lover, how can I get a job at an airport as a ramp agent, and do I need any qualifications
Good times. Really enjoyed working for an airline back in the day.
Yeah, def a great experience to have
I just got a job to do this so I was interested to see what y’all do.
Currently prepping for my One Stop Shop interview for United, and tips for new workers/for that program?
Stay consistent take the shifts early and stay sharp you'll get noticed fast to move up
Is it gonna be a problem if you can't afford steel toes will they help you with that?
No, most companies will provide them for you. If not, you can get them for cheap at Walmart
@@ZayPolancoYour right they gonna give me some boots
What does the training consist of bro, I start on Monday! Is it mostly all on the computer or do you have to get up in front on the class and talk because I hate that stuff??
Goodluck, just computer traning. Pretty much everything you need to know about the ramp. You wont be working hands on until you finish all your CBT's. Its all computer and you wont have to get in front of a class lol
Thank you I needed to have more information like this 🎉🎉🎉
Glad it was helpful!
Name of the song and artist please @@ZayPolanco
I got a interview for Delta tomorrow at 2 pm here at Sfo wish me luck 🤞🏾
Goodluck brother!
How much an hour starting?
Where can I apply? Please let me know 🙏.
It all depends on location but you can certainly apply on indeed or on the company website
That was very informative! I have a question Zay: How is the training? Like how long is it and did you have to go out of town to train? What are they looking for - for applicants? I am trying to be a ramp agent and I have no prior experience with that job.
Does one need to have any prior experience before applying for the job? I've just applied on fedex site.
ZEE! Good work. Keep on keep on on in your station
Whats up bro, Thank you man, Appreciate it
What’s the name of the music that you are using?
Great video !! Very helpful
Go find a better career than being a ramp agent
@@Ymf207aweeee not looking for an career boo I’m 20 in college It’s a job get a grip thanks for tryna read me tho 🥰🥰🥰🥰🫰🏾
I hope you are getting paid well for all that hard work
No, he doesn't since that is a contract company. Most of the time if it is not the main airline the pay is not well but it does come with some type of benefit.
It was $17/hr for me when I was applying for this
25 a hour where I’m at .
Thanks for all you guys do down in the pits.
Thank you!
As a fueler for 10 years I can definitely confirm as half the video no work is being done by the ground crew
Can you get like a week off for vacations?
Do you get trained first? Before getting the job?
Wonderful man it's a good job by the way can you tell me how to get a job like yours? Which course to learn to get that job ?
Fine job young man. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! I really appreciate it
Does it require a height or it's alright as long as you can do the job?
Any suggestions on how to get my bags first from the carousel on arrival?
Priority
Theres no other way other than have priority
Looking to do this, what’s the pay like & travel discounts?
What contractor company you think is better?