Long time ago..
I started as a ramp rat for PEOPLExpress at EWR in the mid 80's. From there it was on to A&P school with some flying on the side. It was 6 days a week (usually) in all weather (PEX was very busy in those days) outside all day. Each team was assigned to a gate and you could reasonably expect 5-6 arrivals/departures a shift. To this day, it is still the best job I have ever had. Period. Have fun and keep your eyes and ears open. You can learn a bunch about airline ops in this job.