Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in Bethel, Emmonak, Dillingham, King Salmon, Cold Bay, Dutch Harbor, Kenai, and Anchorage, Grant Aviation provides scheduled air transport of passengers, cargo, and mail, as well as air ambulance and charter service. Grant Aviation employs approximately 400 people.
We believe that air travel isnt a luxury - its a necessity - and we are committed to creating a safe, friendly, and reliable experience for all our customers.
Our company is built upon respect for our customers, employees, and communities, and we constantly work to improve our operations to ensure smooth travel and enjoyable experiences. We are professional, while staying true to our Alaskan roots and commitment to the personal touch.
Position: Station Agent Lead
Life On The Job
In the role of Station Agent Lead, you will oversee and actively participate in aircraft de-icing and anti-icing operations during the winter season, often in extreme weather conditions. This role requires leading, training, and coordinating a small crew to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations by maintaining equipment, monitoring fluid usage, and keeping accurate records.
Aside from de-icing duties, the Station Agent Lead supports the Ramp Service Agents (RSAs) to carry out all functions of the ramp, including opening and closing operations, meeting, loading, and offloading aircraft, processing luggage and freight, and assisting passengers with special needs. The Station Agent Lead manages flight schedules, routing, and passenger and freight loading operations, as well as overall ramp supervision and safety reporting activities. Leadership skills are key in this role as you will help guide, motivate, and train up your team.
This is a full-time, year-round position working a rotational schedule (e.g. 2 weeks on/2 weeks off).
What We Offer
- Medical, dental, and vision.
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
- PTO and paid holidays.
- Flight benefits.
- 401(k) program.
- Employee assistance program.
- HSA for qualified plans.
- Voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
- Voluntary short- and long-term disability.
- Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
What You Offer
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and solution oriented to anticipate the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
- General comfort with Microsoft Office applications.
- A commitment to respectful and effective customer service.
- Ability and knowledge to inspect and operate heavy equipment.
- Carrying oneself with integrity, professionalism, and resourcefulness always.
This Role Requires
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a 10-year background check and meet all work authorization and security clearance requirements
- Completion of hazardous materials training within 30 days of hire
- Minimum of one year of experience in cargo handling, warehouse operations, or logistics
- Prior leadership experience preferred
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience with computerized reservations or dispatch systems is preferred
- Familiarity with cargo management systems and data entry
- Ability to lift and move heavy items:
- 0–30 lbs. (30 of time)
- 30–50 lbs. (50 of time)
- 50+ lbs. (20 of time)
Grant Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates seeking reasonable accommodation in the recruitment or employment processes should contact Human Resources at: humanresourcesflygrant.com.
If this sounds like a fulfilling role for you, please submit your application today! We would love to have you on board as soon as possible!
Candidates may be subject to pre-employment background checks and drug testing as a condition of employment.
