Cart Associate - DTW Detroit Metro Airport - Full-Time

Smarte Carte

Location: Detroit, MI 48201, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Travel, Transportation and Tourism
Occupational Category: 49-9098.00 – Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Posted: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
Valid Through: Thursday, 13 August 2026

Job Description

Smarte Carte is hiring a Cart Associate - DTW Detroit Metro Airport - Full-Time in Detroit, MI. This is a full-time position.

CART ASSOCIATE – DTW Detroit Metro International Airport - Full-Time

$16.43 / hour

Must be available weekends and holidays

BENEFITS

Smarte Carte Inc. offers competitive pay, and outstanding benefits including; Group Health Insurance; Medical & Dental, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Reimbursement Program and More!

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Smarte Carte is a global provider of travel and leisure infrastructure solutions, serving major airports, transportation hubs, entertainment destinations, retail locations, resorts, and fitness centers across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. For more than 50 years, we have partnered with over 3, 500 world-class venues to deliver convenient, reliable services used by millions of people each year.

Our portfolio includes luggage carts, smart locker systems, mobility rentals (ECVs, wheelchairs, and strollers), massage chairs, medallion collectibles, and a variety of guest and passenger services designed to enhance the visitor experience.

Are you looking for a job with a flexible schedule, great pay, and a fantastic work environment? Are you looking for a place to develop and build your career? Do you like to have your voice heard and be involved in process improvements? Then Smarte Carte is the place for you! A positive attitude and willingness to learn are the top qualities for our ideal candidate. Smarte Carte prides itself on having a diverse and inclusive workforce. All genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Smarte Carte is focused on being environmentally responsible by owning/operating recyclable equipment and reducing our carbon footprint.

BASIC FUNCTION

Cart Associate is responsible for the cart units and massage chairs, keep equipment clean and in working order.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Transport carts from high return areas to high rental areas to ensure that carts are always available to customers.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of carts and cart management units.
  • Practice safe work behaviors assuring safety of self, staff and visitors
  • Provide courteous service in assisting customers.
  • Maintain communication and cooperation with co-workers, and facility management
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 6 months previous work experience
  • Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Lift 40 lbs.
  • Push/pull 75-100 lbs. to move 15 carts simultaneously
  • Walk & stand for duration of shift

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

  • Ability to get airport badged required
  • Valid Driver License required

Experience

Required
  • Six months previous work experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • Drivers License
  • Airport Badge

Skills

Required
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Cleaning
  • Time Management
Preferred
  • Attention to detail

Behaviors

Required
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Required
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Education Requirements

high school

Skills

See job description

Benefits

Please see the job description for benefits.

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