Cart Associate - LAX Los Angeles International Airport - Full-Time (evenings)

CART ASSOCIATE – LAX Los Angeles International Airport - Full-Time (evenings)

$21.50 - $22.50 / hour

Multiple positions available!

These full-time positions will work between 5:30pm - 2:00am

Position must be available to work weekends

BENEFITS
Smarte Carte Inc. offers a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits including Group Health & Dental Insurance, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Reimbursement Program.


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, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Sweden, and United Kingdom


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.

BASIC JOB FUNCTION:

As a Cart Associate you will collect loose luggage carts and return them to rental units, clean luggage carts, rental units, and cart moving equipment.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Baggage cart collection and replacement
  • Customer service to airport passengers
  • Light cart and rental unit cleaning
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 6 months successful work experience
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

  • Ability to get an airport badge required
  • Valid driver license required

PHYSICIAL REQURIEMENTS

  • Lift up to 40 lbs. to waist height
  • Push and pull 75-100 pounds to move up to 15 carts simultaneously.
  • Walk and stand for duration of shift

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County FCO and the California Fair Chance Act.

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