About the Role
The Wheelchair Attendant is essential to ensuring the smooth navigation and comfort of passengers within the airport environment. Responsibilities include assisting passengers to and from different airport locations, handling wheelchair equipment with care, and prioritizing passenger safety. The role requires strong communication skills and a dedication to providing exceptional customer service to individuals with diverse needs.
Responsibilities
- Safely and comfortably assist passengers requiring mobility support in transferring to and from an aircraft seat using appropriate devices
- Push wheelchair passengers to and from airport gates
- Assist passengers with handling checked, carry-on, and claimed luggage
- Safely guide passengers in wheelchairs down the jet bridge
- Ensure the proper placement of wheel brakes before passengers exit the wheelchair
- Complete necessary reports regarding wheelchairs or incidents
- Adhere to dispatcher gate orders
- Address passengers' questions or concerns with prompt and helpful assistance
- Demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
- Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
- Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
- Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
- Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Team-oriented
Location
- Various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Work Type
- Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunities
About the Company
- Committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
- Focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
- Over 200 locations across the world, offering opportunities for career progression
Equal Opportunity
- All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, 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.
