Service Agent Lobby & Gate (Part Time)
Part-Time Work in Mansfield
Snapshot
- Job Title: Service Agent Lobby & Gate – Flexible Part-Time Role
- Based in: Mansfield, OH (our growing Mansfield site)
- Career Level: Junior / Trainee (Perfect as a first part-time job).
- Hiring Organization: Alaska Airlines
- This part-time role in Mansfield is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Alaska Airlines part-time team in Mansfield, OH is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Mansfield, a key hub for the Aviation industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Part-Time Salary: $19-$24/Hour (approx. $26.3k/Year)
- Benefits: Eligible part-time team members may receive select benefits.
- Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Mansfield.
Core Focus
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Aviation.
Create Flights of Fancy on the Ground
About Alaska Airlines & The Role
Alaska Airlines is renowned across the industry for our award-winning customer satisfaction and deeply rooted culture of care. We are seeking a dedicated, friendly, and resilient Part Time Guest Service Agent to join our on-site airport operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to secure a part time role within a major airline, where your primary focus will be delivering outstanding hospitality and operational efficiency. You will be the very first impression our guests have, setting the standard for their entire journey.
Workplace Culture & Employee Reviews
Our commitment to our employees is reflected in our stellar industry reviews. A veteran Guest Service Agent recently stated: "Alaska Airlines truly values its frontline workers. Choosing to work here part time was the best decision for my career. The union protections give me incredible peace of mind, the pay is highly competitive, and the culture is like a family. Working entirely on-site in the terminal can be challenging during peak seasons, but the support from management and the amazing flight privileges make this part time role an absolute dream."
Comprehensive Daily Responsibilities
- Lobby & Ticketing Excellence: Actively engage with guests in the ticketing lobby. Assist with kiosk check-ins, process complex itineraries, collect bag fees, and ensure all checked luggage is properly weighed, tagged, and compliant with TSA security standards.
- Gate Operations Mastery: Manage the high-stakes environment of the departure gate. You will orchestrate the boarding process, ensure overhead bin space is maximized, clear standby passengers, and coordinate the safe dispatch of the aircraft with the flight deck and ramp crews.
- Dedicated Guest Support: Provide specialized, hands-on assistance for guests requiring wheelchair escorts, unaccompanied minors, and VIP frequent flyers, ensuring their transit through the airport is seamless and dignified.
- Operational Recovery: Serve as a calm, authoritative problem-solver during irregular operations (IROPS) such as severe weather delays. You will expertly rebook flights and issue compensations while maintaining a highly professional demeanor.
Dominant Part Time Benefits
As a part time team member, you will enjoy a commanding compensation package:
- Travel the Globe: Incredible unlimited standby flight privileges on Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air, and our extensive oneworld® alliance partners.
- Union Stability: Enjoy the security, structured pay scales, and clear work rules provided by strong union representation.
- Financial & Health Security: Robust 401(k) matching programs, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive health insurance packages available to part time employees.
Requirements
- Must be 18+ years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to type at least 25 words per minute.
- Ability to work a highly flexible part time schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays) in a 100% on-site airport terminal setting.
- Must be capable of repeatedly lifting 50 pounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Service Agent Lobby & Gate position pay at Alaska Airlines?
This Service Agent Lobby & Gate role offers $19 - $24. Actual pay varies by airline, base, seniority, and shift; airline roles may also include per diem and flight-hour pay.
Where is this Service Agent Lobby & Gate job located?
This position is based at or near Mansfield, OH. Check the job details for the exact airport, terminal, or facility within Mansfield.
Do you get free or discounted flights with this job?
Most airline positions include flight travel privileges — free or heavily discounted standby travel for you and eligible family members, plus reciprocal discounts on many other airlines. Benefits and eligibility vary by airline and grow with seniority.
What benefits does Alaska Airlines offer for this position?
Benefits typically include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), and paid time off for full-time roles — plus flight travel privileges for airline-employed staff. Eligibility can depend on full- vs. part-time status; confirm details with Alaska Airlines.
What are the shift hours like for this job?
Airports run 24/7, so this role can include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, often on a rotating or reserve schedule. Some shifts add differential pay. Confirm the specific schedule for this Mansfield position when you apply.
Do I need to pass a background check or get an airport badge?
Yes. Aviation jobs require a background check, and airport roles need an airport ID/SIDA badge, which involves a fingerprint-based criminal history check and, for many roles, a drug screening. These steps are part of onboarding and can add time before your start date.
