Ramp Agent Jobs Bay Area | Southwest Careers

Our Ramp Agents ensure Ground Operations run smoothly and safely by supporting various roles “below the wing,” including directing planes on the ground and transporting baggage, cargo, and other flight essentials in the outdoor elements. Ramp Agents are also problem solvers who enjoy working collaboratively with other Ground Operations Teams to meet flight departure timelines.

Our benefits aren’t playing around:

Starting pay of $20/hour with opportunities for overtime and shift pick-ups
Fly for free on any open seat on all Southwest^® flights (your eligible dependents fly, too)
Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, per paycheck*
An annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement—when we profit, you profit**
Competitive health insurance for you and your family
Opportunity to get 10% off Southwest Airlines^® common stock

Wanna work outdoors and get your fitness in at the "office”? Let us know how to reach you and we’ll keep you updated on the latest job opportunities.

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Requirements for the Ramp

Southwest Ramp Agent loading bags onto a plane

Southwest ramp agent unloading bags from a plane

Southwest Ramp Agent marshalling in a plane

Chris Johnson, Vice President Ground Operations

How to apply

If you see an open Ramp Agent position posted, you can apply on careers.southwestair.com. If there are no open Ramp Agent positions posted, that means we're not interviewing for that job at this time.

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