Cart Associate - JFK John F. Kennedy Airport- Part Time

CART ASSOCIATE – JFK John F. Kennedy Airport - PART-TIME

$20.25 - $21.25 / hour

Approx. hours 20 - 28 a week

Must be available weekends and holidays

BENEFITS for Part-Time Hires

Smarte Carte Inc. offers for part-time employees Company Paid Sick Time, Matching 401k, Overtime and Holiday Overtime.


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.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Transport carts from high return areas to high rental areas to ensure that carts are always available to customers.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of carts and cart management units.
  • Practice safe work behaviors assuring safety of self, staff and visitors
  • Provide courteous service in assisting customers.
  • Maintain communication and cooperation with co-workers, and facility management
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • 6 months previous work experience
  • Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

  • Ability to get an airport badge is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Push/pull 75-100 lbs. to move 15 carts simultaneously
  • Walk & stand for duration of shift
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