WHEELCHAIR AGENT (FULL TIME)
HUNTLEIGH USA CORPORATION · KENNER, LA 70062
About The Role
Description
Now Hiring: Full-Time Wheelchair Agent
Huntleigh USA
Location: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) – Kenner, LA
Join Our Team!
Huntleigh USA is seeking dependable, customer-focused individuals to join our team as Full-Time Wheelchair Agents at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) in Kenner, Louisiana. If you enjoy helping others and providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced airport environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Details
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Pay Rate: $12.00 per hour
- Shift: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Schedule: Must be available to work weekends and holidays as required.
Position Summary
As a Wheelchair Agent, you will provide safe, courteous, and timely assistance to airline passengers requiring mobility support throughout the airport. You will play an important role in ensuring passengers have a positive travel experience by providing exceptional customer service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Safely transport passengers throughout the airport using wheelchairs.
- Assist passengers with luggage and personal belongings as needed.
- Escort passengers between ticket counters, security checkpoints, gates, baggage claim, and ground transportation areas.
- Provide exceptional customer service with professionalism and compassion.
- Communicate effectively with passengers, airline personnel, and fellow team members.
- Follow all airport, airline, and company safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, professional appearance and wear the required company uniform.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous customer service experience is preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependable with excellent attendance.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push occupied wheelchairs safely throughout the airport.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees may receive
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Training
- Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement
Why Join Huntleigh USA?
At Huntleigh USA, we are committed to delivering exceptional service while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you enjoy helping others and want to build a rewarding career in the aviation industry, we encourage you to apply today!
Huntleigh USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent may be required in some locations.
- Must have reliable transportation
- Ability to read, writes, speak, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
- Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test as required (DOT or Non DOT) and submit to
random testing requirements.
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