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Donald Burks

Atlanta ,GA

Summary

Dynamic Ramp Supervisor with extensive experience at Southwest Airlines, excelling in operational efficiency and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing baggage handling processes and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. Skilled in weather monitoring and incident reporting, fostering a safe and productive ramp environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Ramp Supervisor

Southwest Airlines
09.2007 - Current
  • Supervised ramp operations ensuring timely aircraft departures and arrivals.
  • Coordinated loading and unloading of baggage to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Trained staff on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
  • Monitored weather conditions to adjust ramp activities as necessary.
  • Led team meetings to discuss operational challenges and develop solutions.
  • Collaborated with flight crews to ensure adherence to schedules and safety standards.
  • Managed inventory of necessary equipment and supplies for daily ramp operations, ensuring availability when needed.
  • Created load plans and performed calculations to prepare for assigned flights.
  • Kept crew in line with airport, OSHA, TSA, FAA, and other applicable regulations.

Ramp Supervisor

AirTran
04.2007 - 2012
  • Supervised daily ramp operations to ensure timely aircraft turnaround.
  • Coordinated baggage handling processes, optimizing loading and unloading efficiency.
  • Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for ramp activities.
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying maintenance needs to minimize downtime.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Chattahoochie Valley State Jr College
Alabama

High School Diploma -

Charles Lincoln Harper
Atlanta, GA
05.1991

Skills

  • Ramp service
  • Operational efficiency
  • Passenger boarding
  • Ground support equipment
  • Baggage handling
  • Incident reporting
  • Work coordination
  • FAA regulations
  • Weather monitoring
  • De-icing procedures
  • Team leadership
  • Baggage management

Timeline

Ramp Supervisor

Southwest Airlines
09.2007 - Current

Ramp Supervisor

AirTran
04.2007 - 2012

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Chattahoochie Valley State Jr College

High School Diploma -

Charles Lincoln Harper
Donald Burks