Sacramento, California, United States
Load and unload baggage and cargo from commercial aircraft following TSA and airline guidelines. Operate ground support equipment such as belt loaders and tugs. Ensure timely aircraft turnaround while maintaining safety and efficiency. Communicate with gate agents and flight crews to coordinate ramp operations
Performed rotating duties within the security team assigned to international flights (e.g., Sky Airline to Miami). Conducted full cabin integrity inspections prior to boarding, including seats, life vests, overhead bins, jumpseats, lavatories, and galleys. Screened carry-on baggage designated for cabin storage to ensure compliance with TSA regulations for U.S.-bound flights. Assisted in supervising catering delivery: verified food trolley seals, confirmed vehicle security, and matched crew identities. Maintained accurate logs and chain of custody documentation from the food preparation facility to aircraft loading, under established aviation security protocols.
Conducted physical inspection of outbound cargo containers for tampering, seal integrity, and documentation discrepancies, especially for international routes (e.g., Miami). Verified truck seal conditions and reported container movement from storage facilities to aircraft positions (PEA). Monitored and recorded personnel entry to the aircraft area, performing credential checks and pat-downs (excluding crew) to ensure compliance with airport access protocols. Oversaw operations at main and auxiliary cargo doors of freighter aircraft, confirming container identities, tractor drivers, and loader personnel for both inbound and outbound processes. Maintained real-time logs of all cargo handling activities and coordinated reporting with supervising agents to ensure accurate operational traceability.
Performed baggage loading/unloading, aircraft chocking, and basic ramp safety procedures. Assisted in flight turnaround processes under time constraints and high-traffic conditions. Operated ramp functions excluding motorized GSE (tugs, lavatory, water trucks). Led cabin cleaning operations for both domestic and international flights, managing a 4-member team independently. Took full responsibility for meeting airline cleanliness standards with minimal supervision, ensuring on-time turnarounds during high-volume shifts. Though not officially promoted, acted as the de facto team lead, organizing workflow, assigning tasks, and reporting results.