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Ramp Rats: Who's Working the Ramp Today?


Rob Davidson
Rob Davidson
Christina Brown
Christina Brown
Brian Henderson
Brian Henderson

  • The average full-time hourly wage is $13.03 according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook

  • There are regular openings in this field at the entry level

  • New workers replace those who have advanced to other jobs or who have retired

  • Given the above facts, it is readily apparent why there is a fair amount of attrition in the ground handling industry, particularly among ramp workers. Clearly, it takes a certain type of individual and strength of character to be a part of “the crew.”