Ramp supervisor vs loadmaster

The differences between ramp supervisors and 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 a loadmaster. Additionally, a loadmaster has an average salary of $71,838, 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 a loadmaster are cargo aircraft, aircraft weight, and hazardous materials.

Ramp supervisor vs loadmaster overview

	Ramp Supervisor	Loadmaster
Yearly salary	$45,160	$71,838
Hourly rate	$21.71	$34.54
Growth rate	-	6%
Number of jobs	2,109	231
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	Bachelor's Degree, 39%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Ramp supervisor vs loadmaster salary

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Loadmaster
Average salary	$45,160	$71,838
Salary range	Between $24,000 And $84,000	Between $49,000 And $104,000
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Differences between ramp supervisor and loadmaster education

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Loadmaster
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	Bachelor's Degree, 39%
Most common major	Business	Aviation
Most common college	-	-

Ramp supervisor vs loadmaster demographics

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Loadmaster
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 85.2% Female, 14.8%	Male, 88.8% Female, 11.2%
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, 11.9% Unknown, 5.3% Hispanic or Latino, 18.0% Asian, 6.1% White, 57.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
LGBT Percentage	8%	8%

Differences between ramp supervisor and 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.

Loadmaster example responsibilities.

Manage multiple aircraft systems in the extremely dynamic environment associate with combat search and rescue.
Check tie downs, parachutes, containers, suspension systems, and extraction systems to ensure proper cargo extraction or release.
Inspect cargo and platforms, extraction systems and connect static lines.
Brief passengers according to company and FAA requirements.
Complete all phases using checklists to ensure compliance with USAF regulations and technical orders.
Involve in air delivery operations using parachutes to deliver supplies, equipment and people.

Ramp supervisor vs loadmaster skills

Common ramp supervisor skills

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

Common loadmaster skills

Cargo Aircraft, 18%
Aircraft Weight, 18%
Hazardous Materials, 7%
Combat, 5%
Aircraft Systems, 5%
FAA, 4%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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