Responsibilities
- Facilitate the loading and unloading of cargo to and from trucks.
- Check freight for proper piece count, weight, dimensions and documents as appropriate when accepting or delivering cargo.
- Issue appropriate warehouse receipt or collect signed copy of delivery receipt.
- Ensure that cargo has a proper release issued by office personnel controlling the cargo before cargo is delivered to consignee or agent.
- Operate basic cargo handling equipment such as forklift, aircraft pallets and pallet jacks.
- Break down cargo from import flights, sort as required, check freight against manifest and store in proper manner and location in warehouse.
- Build up cargo for export flights, following instructions of supervisor or person directing the buildup of the freight.
- Keep inventory of on hand freight, warehouse supplies, airline equipment and containers.
- Maintain security of the cargo and company’s equipment.
- Observe that cargo has not been tampered with or that pilferage has taken place.
- Report incidents to supervisor as needed.
- Maintain work area in clean condition, reporting damaged or broken equipment as needed.
- Accept related assignments from lead agents, supervisors or management.
- Complete paperwork and forms connected with work assignments pertaining to procedures and enter data into company's information system as required.
- Follow company procedures and protocols to ensure we are always operating in a safe and responsible manner.
- Complete all training when required by company, airport governing authority, or customer when required.
- Be on time, be prepared, and be safe.
- Be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift / carry / push / pull and move items 70 pounds (32 kg) or more on a regular basis.
- Must be able to repetitively lift items weighing 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces.
- Must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods.
- Must be able to be alerted to moving vehicles and use radio equipment to communicate with crew and airport authorities.
- Must be able to work around machinery noises.
- Good communication skills: must be able to communicate information and instructions verbally and/or via radio equipment effectively in a professional manner with the flight crew, gate agents, and other ground crew to coordinate the movement and handling of trucks, equipment, and cargo.
- Basic math skills: may be required to calculate piece count, weight and dimensions.
- Computer skills: may be required to use computer systems to track cargo.
- Problem-solving skills: may be called upon to troubleshoot issues during loading and unloading.
- Time management skills: must be able to manage time effectively to complete tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Work Arrangement
On-site
Additional Information
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be on time, prepared, and safe.
- Must complete all training required by company, airport governing authority, or customer.
- Must be able to work around machinery noises.
- Must be able to use radio equipment to communicate with crew and airport authorities.
- Must be alert to moving vehicles.
- Must report hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences to supervisor.
- Must maintain security of cargo and company equipment.
- Must follow company procedures and protocols for safety and responsibility.
- Must attend training courses as required by AGI.