Loader
Aircraft loaders load and unload aircraft, and transfer freight and baggage
between airport buildings and aircraft.
Loader Staff Job Description
Aircraft loaders generally do the following:
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Drive baggage and freight between planes and airport terminals or cargo buildings.
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load and unload aircraft.
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Operate equipment such as cargo and belt loaders, lift trucks, ramp tractors and loading systems.
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Help position loading ramps, passenger ramps and other equipment.
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Help guide planes into their berth and secure the aircraft.
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Drive aircraft tugs, which push or pull planes into position on the runway or tarmac.
Loader Staff Eligibility
The candidates are required to be atleast 10th standard pass
and should be within 18 - 30 years of age.
Aircraft loaders need to be:
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Quick-thinking and able to make good judgements.
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Able to work well under pressure.
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Accurate, methodical and patient in their work.
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Able to work well independently and in a team.
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Safety-conscious.
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Good communicators.
Loader Staff Salary
Average Airport Loader Operator salary in India is ₹ 1.5 - 1.8 Lakhs per
anum for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 4 years while
experienced workers make up to ₹ 2lakhs - 2.4 lakhs per year.
Loader Staff Required Skills
Aircraft loaders need to have:
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Knowledge of baggage and freight handling, as well as stacking and lifting techniques.
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Knowledge of how to handle hazardous goods.
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An understanding of airport regulations and procedures, and
safety and emergency procedures.
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Driving skills for operating specialist vehicles such as aircraft tugs.