CART ASSOCIATE – PDX PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PART-TIME
$17.50 / hour
Hours: approx 15 - 20 hours a week with some weekend and night work
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Smarte Carte, Inc. is the leading concessionaire of self-serve vended luggage carts, electronic lockers, commercial strollers and massage chairs, as well as other passenger and guest services.
Smarte Carte is headquartered in St. Paul, MN and has operations in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Sweden, and Singapore.
Are you looking for a job with a flexible schedule, great pay, and a fantastic work environment? Are you looking for a place to develop and build your career? Do you like to have your voice heard and be involved in process improvements? Then Smarte Carte is the place for you! A positive attitude and willingness to learn are the top qualities for our ideal candidate. Smarte Carte prides itself on having a diverse and inclusive workforce. All genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Smarte Carte is focused on being environmentally responsible by owning/operating recyclable equipment and reducing our carbon footprint.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Cart Associate offers a fast paced environment, flexibility and advancement opportunities in an exciting atmosphere. the Cart Associate is responsible for the cart units and massage chairs, keep equipment clean and in working order.
Manually move carts throughout departures, baggage claim, garage, and rental car center to our cart collection areas.
Learn and practice safe work habits thus assuring safety to self, co-workers, company equipment, airport property, passengers and visitors.
General customer service to assist passengers navigating throughout the airport.
Possess strong innate work habits and perform the job in an honest, reliable, and a professional manner.
Effectively communicate with peers, management and airport staff to improve business operations.
Able to withstand undesirable weather conditions (wind, rain, cold temperatures; adaptable to operational change.
Other duties as assigned by management
QUALIFICATIONS
Six month successful work experience (unless currently a student)
Ability to pass state, federal (FAA), Home Land Security clearance requirements and reference checks.
Open scheduling availability required, including weekends and holidays.
Strong customer service and mathematical comprehension, highly desired.
Displays confidence and competence in fast pace environment.
Comfortable speaking to the general public
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Lift 40 lbs. Push/pull 75-100 lbs. to move 15 carts simultaneously
Walk & stand for duration of shift
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
Airport Badge is required
Experience
Required
Previous work experience preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Airport Badge
Skills
Required
Communication
Customer Service
Cleaning
Behaviors
Required
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
