Ramp supervisor vs ramp lead

The differences between ramp supervisors and ramp leads 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 ramp lead. Additionally, a ramp supervisor has an average salary of $45,160, which is higher than the $31,164 average annual salary of a ramp lead.

The top three skills for a ramp supervisor include safety procedures, OSHA and employee training. The most important skills for a ramp lead are safety procedures, loaders, and load bags.

Ramp supervisor vs ramp lead overview

	Ramp Supervisor	Ramp Lead
Yearly salary	$45,160	$31,164
Hourly rate	$21.71	$14.98
Growth rate	-	-
Number of jobs	2,109	2,329
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	High School Diploma, 52%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Ramp supervisor vs ramp lead salary

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Ramp Lead
Average salary	$45,160	$31,164
Salary range	Between $24,000 And $84,000	Between $20,000 And $46,000
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Differences between ramp supervisor and ramp lead education

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Ramp Lead
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 33%	High School Diploma, 52%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Ramp supervisor vs ramp lead demographics

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

	Ramp Supervisor	Ramp Lead
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 85.2% Female, 14.8%	Male, 85.3% Female, 14.7%
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, 11.2% Unknown, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino, 24.5% Asian, 5.2% White, 53.2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
LGBT Percentage	8%	8%

Differences between ramp supervisor and ramp lead 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.

Ramp lead example responsibilities.

Attain a grind security coordinator (GSC) status.
Secure all SIDA and TSA areas.
Monitor and assist ramp teams to maintain FAA regulations regarding air travel.
Communicate with all ramp, flight crew, and control center according to FAA requirements for safety purposes.
Recognize outstanding performer during TSA compliance inspection.
Retrieve and unload luggage from airplanes and provide customer assistance for commuters.

Ramp supervisor vs ramp lead skills

Common ramp supervisor skills

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

Common ramp lead skills

Safety Procedures, 30%
Loaders, 13%
Load Bags, 10%
Belt Loaders, 9%
Aircraft Cargo, 4%
Aircraft Weight, 4%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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