Job Details
Examines manifest, bills of lading and air waybill to determine work procedures for releasing cargo.
Notifies consignee or representative concerning arrival dates of shipment, customs clearance requirements and tonnage shipment.
Makes cash transactions, collects payments from customers for freight prior to release.
Authorizes final approval for cargo release.
Prepares invoices for charges, airline clients and management regarding freight.
Works with government agencies to clear shipments for import.
Meets flights in order to exchange documents.
Recognizes dangerous goods upon receiving.
Ensures all local airport, TSA, CBP and FAA rules are followed.
Other duties as assigned.
Must follow all Security procedures as required.
Requirement
Must be 18 years of age or older;
Must have a High school diploma or GED;
One year college certificate or technical school, six months related cargo agent experience or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Must be able to proficiently speak, read and write in English;
Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical;
Must be able and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekend and holidays;
Have/maintain current driver's license with no violations over the past 5 years;
The ability to lift up to 35 lbs.;
Dangerous goods awareness/acceptance knowledge;
Previous customer service experience preferred;
Proficient in Microsoft products;
Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)