Customer Service Representative (EWR) in Newark, NJ

Job title: Customer Service Representative (EWR) in Newark, NJ at Porter Airlines Inc.

Company: Porter Airlines Inc.

Job description: Job Summary:Reporting to the Station Manager, Newark; the Customer Service Representative contributes to the efficient day-to-day operations of the department. Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality customer service


• Check-in passengers for flights at the ticket counters by assigning seats, directing passengers to their gates, and checking documentation for flights while ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of passenger luggage


• Perform pre-flight check-in procedures by assigning seats, making gate announcements, issuing boarding passes and boarding the flight


• Monitor carry-on luggage and aircraft doors


• Assist passengers with special needs such as disabled and wheelchair passengers, and unaccompanied minors


• Assisting arriving passengers and oversee the International Arrivals baggage area


• Provide assistance to passengers whose baggage is mishandled or damaged


• Complete reports (BIR’s) and handle entire tracing to recovery of mishandled bags


• Arrange transportation method to restore the missing baggage to the rightful owner


• Respond to all passenger enquiries via telephone and email


• Maintain constant communication with the customer throughout the tracing or repair process


• Maintain accurate records and update PNR files


• Reconcile delivery service invoices


• Process appropriate compensation when required (Delay bag vouchers)


• Maintain commitment to the highest standard of customer service


• Perform Aircraft Security Sweep as required by TSA


• Groom the aircraft to ensure excellent passenger experience


• Assist CSR’s where required in performing other functions


• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy


• Other Duties as assigned

Behavioural Competencies:Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus. Qualifications:

• Ability to work on a permanent basis in the USA


• Experience in a customer service environment, preferably in the airline industry


• Knowledge of baggage services handling procedures will be preferable


• Ability to obtain necessary security clearances


• Need to be detailed oriented


• Possess the ability to multi-task


• Ability to work well in a team


• Have a proven positive track record when handling difficult situations and customers


• Dependability (must have a clear attendance record and reliable on time reporting for work)


• Able to work rotating shifts including days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Must be capable of lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs on a regular basis


• Supports and adheres to all company policies


• Ability to communicate and correspond clearly and precisely in English (Required)

Company Description:Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Expected salary:

Location: Newark, NJ

Job date: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:36:44 GMT

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