Airport Luggage Dispatcher / Airlines Baggage Sweeper

Airport Luggage Dispatcher / Airlines Baggage Sweeper

The Airport Luggage Dispatcher / Airlines Baggage Sweeper drives to and from the airport picking up, unloading and sorting passenger luggage. In addition they serve as the primary contact with the clients and airline passengers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Picking up luggage throughout the shift from various airport locations

• Communicating with airline staff and drivers

• Scheduling luggage delivery and dispatching work to drivers to assure the schedule is met

• Relaying work assignments, messages and information to and from drivers using telephones and two-way radios

• Conferring with clients and passengers in order to address questions or problems that arise

• Process billing

Work of Airport Luggage Dispatchers / Airlines Baggage Sweeper is variable depending on the flight schedule, flight delays, weather conditions and passenger volume. Shift work / non standard shifts are common as well as weekends, holidays and nights.

The average salary for Airport Luggage Dispatchers / Airlines Baggage Sweeper in United States is US$24,000 per annum. Entry level positions start at $18,000 per annum while most experienced workers make up to $30,000 per year.

Some baggage handlers are paid by the hour. Overtime and shift allowances can increase income and some airlines provide subsidised travel after a qualifying period.

There are also many benefits such as annual bonus, company shares, retirement plans and medical benefits offered to these positions.

Remarks: The information and figures provided are intended as a guideline only. For those interested, please contact the respective airline headquarters (AirlinesHQ) for further information.