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Passenger Assistance Agent (Full-Time) - O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - Chicago, IL
ORD00002599
Passenger Assistance Agent
Help our passengers start their journey with a smile
Passenger Assistance Agents serve customers who may need extra help traveling through the airport by transporting them in wheelchairs or carts to and from the gate and, when necessary, onto the aircraft. They are also trained to work in the airport lobby assisting customers upon arrival and check-in at the airport by greeting customers, handling bags (as if they were their own!), ticket verification, and more.
If you enjoy helping others, meeting diverse people from around the world, and the excitement of working at the airport, a Passenger Assistance Agent position at United Ground Express, a subsidiary of United Airlines, is right for you.
Providing Safe, Caring, Dependable, and Efficient service to our passengers
You’ll be provided the tools you need on the Runway to Success!
We provide paid training, including orientation, classroom, virtual, and on-the-job training
When you’re ready, you can explore roles such as Lead Agent, Dispatcher, Compliance Coordinator, Supervisor, General Manager and more
Flexibility
Since this is a union job based on seniority, you will be assigned your initial schedule to meet our needs at the airport
You must be available for day shifts, night shifts, weekends, and holidays
You will be required to work mandatory overtime, when necessary
As you gain seniority, you can trade days with colleagues, pick up extra hours and have more control over your schedule
We reward your efforts
$17.00 per the union contract, plus tips
Flight privileges: you and your family can fly anywhere in the world on stand-by across United Airlines’ amazing global network
UA Discount Program for flights when you want to purchase a ticket
Paid Time Off (PTO)
UGE requirements
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Minimum of 18 years old
Ability to read, write, and speak in English
Ability to operate a computer/tablet to enter and retrieve data
Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 70lbs. on a consistent basis
Ability to pass fingerprinting, a background check, and a drug screen
Eligibility to obtain necessary credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal) per local requirements
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
United Ground Express, as an equal opportunity employer, makes hiring decisions based on business needs and the best-qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category.