AAC - FT/PT Cargo Agent LIH

This is a union represented position and position starts at $18 / hour with a quarterly retention bonus for eligible employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Routes inbound and outbound air freight shipments to their destinations.

• Receives counter orders from customers and arranges for pickup of freight and delivery to loading platform.

• Assembles cargo according to destination.

• Weighs items and determines cost, using established tariffs.

• Direct or participate in cargo loading in order to ensure completeness of load and even distribution of weight.

• Itemizes charges, prepares freight bills, accepts payments and issues refunds.

• Prepares manifest to accompany shipments.

• Adhere to required security procedures and hazardous material handling requirements.

• Unloads inbound freight and notifies consignees on arrival of shipments and arranges for delivery to consignees.

• Perform operations in conjunction with the loading and unloading of mail.

• Able to scan and assemble mail according to destination.

• Adhere to required security procedures at Air Cargo and with equipment handling.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.

• High School diploma or equivalency.

• The ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects of 75 lbs maximum weight.

• Must be able to qualify and obtain a U.S. Customs and Border Protection seal.

• Possess a valid driver’s license, ability to obtain an Airport Motor Vehicle Operating Permit, and the ability to obtain certification to operate forklift trucks for the purpose of loading and unloading freight.

• Must be able to work independently in a fast paced environment and is detail oriented.

• Available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Basic typing and computer skills are required.

• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

• Good communication skills.