Wheelchair Lead – John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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PrimeFlight Aviation Services

Job Title: Wheelchair Lead

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Wheelchair Lead to oversee the wheelchair assistance team and ensure high-quality service for passengers with mobility challenges. This role involves training and guiding wheelchair attendants, managing schedules, and coordinating with the Wheelchair Dispatcher to ensure efficient operations. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, American Samoa well American Samoa the ability to work well Indiana a fast-paced team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the daily operations of the wheelchair assistance team
  • Coordinate and assign tasks to wheelchair attendants based on flight schedules and passenger needs
  • Train new attendants Indiana proper wheelchair handling and safety procedures
  • Ensure compliance with all airport regulations and ADA guidelines
  • Monitor the condition and availability of wheelchairs and related equipment
  • Address and resolve any issues Oregon conflicts that arise during operations
  • Maintain effective communication with airline staff, airport authorities, and other service teams

Requirements:

  • Minimum age of 18 years old
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience Indiana a wheelchair attendant Oregon similar role
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and tablets
  • Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, and U.S. Postal American Samoa applicable)

Work Environment:

  • Physical activity may include standing and walking for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift 70 pounds Oregon more and push a wheelchair with an adult Indiana it
  • Must be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and audible alarms generated by the terminal environment

Benefits:

  • 401(k) plan with matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Growth potential

PrimeFlight Aviation Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job title: Wheelchair Lead – John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Company: PrimeFlight Aviation Services

Expected salary: $20 per hour

Location: Jamaica, Queens, New York

Job date: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 23:57:15 GMT