Ramp supervisor vs aircraft loadmaster

The differences between ramp supervisors and aircraft loadmasters can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a ramp supervisor and an aircraft loadmaster. Additionally, an aircraft loadmaster has an average salary of $56,658, which is higher than the $45,160 average annual salary of a ramp supervisor.

The top three skills for a ramp supervisor include safety procedures, OSHA and employee training. The most important skills for an aircraft loadmaster are detect problems, aircraft weight, and cargo aircraft.

Ramp supervisor vs aircraft loadmaster overview

	Ramp Supervisor	Aircraft Loadmaster
Yearly salary	$45,160	$56,658
Hourly rate	$21.71	$27.24
Growth rate	-	6%
Number of jobs	2,109	2,961
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	Bachelor's Degree, 41%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Ramp supervisor vs aircraft loadmaster salary

Ramp supervisors and aircraft loadmasters have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Ramp Supervisor	Aircraft Loadmaster
Average salary	$45,160	$56,658
Salary range	Between $24,000 And $84,000	Between $34,000 And $92,000
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Differences between ramp supervisor and aircraft loadmaster education

There are a few differences between a ramp supervisor and an aircraft loadmaster in terms of educational background:

	Ramp Supervisor	Aircraft Loadmaster
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	Bachelor's Degree, 41%
Most common major	Business	Aviation
Most common college	-	-

Ramp supervisor vs aircraft loadmaster demographics

Here are the differences between ramp supervisors' and aircraft loadmasters' demographics:

	Ramp Supervisor	Aircraft Loadmaster
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 85.2% Female, 14.8%	Male, 88.9% Female, 11.1%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.3% Unknown, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, 23.1% Asian, 5.7% White, 53.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%	Black or African American, 12.4% Unknown, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, 16.6% Asian, 6.2% White, 58.5% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	8%	8%

Differences between ramp supervisor and aircraft loadmaster duties and responsibilities

Ramp supervisor example responsibilities.

Lead an assign IAM union work team focuse on achieving operating goals.
Manage De-Icing during winter season.
Attain a grind security coordinator (GSC) status.
Manage the development of streamline cargo processes; recommend vendor and UA oversight contractual distinction.
Remain proficient with all security measures mandate by the TSA and FAA.
Train in push back tug operation as well as other heavy equipment including belt loaders and baggage tugs.

Aircraft loadmaster example responsibilities.

Perform required aircraft pre and post-flight inspections in accordance with FAA regulations.
Perform airdrop operations using parachutes to deliver supplies, equipment and people.
Train multiple personnel on UAV operating systems and grind equipment in the field.
Arm and train to secure aircraft, completing tasks under duress and combat scenarios.
Perform and direct aircraft backing, airdrop of cargo and personnel along with combat offload procedures.
Perform special operations tactical airlift and airdrop missions.

Ramp supervisor vs aircraft loadmaster skills

Common ramp supervisor skills

Safety Procedures, 24%
OSHA, 13%
Employee Training, 9%
Safety Regulations, 8%
TSA, 8%
USPS, 6%

Common aircraft loadmaster skills

Detect Problems, 12%
Aircraft Weight, 10%
Cargo Aircraft, 9%
Extraction, 8%
Pallets, 8%
C-17, 6%

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