AAC - FT/PT Cargo Agent LIH

Aloha Air Cargo; Lihue (HI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Aloha Air Cargo in Lihue, Hawaii, is seeking a union-represented cargo handler to route inbound/outbound freight, load and unload shipments, and ensure accurate cargo documentation.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, basic math, and the capacity to obtain a forklift certification as part of the cargo operations team. This on-site position supports weekend/holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must qualify for CBP seal and obtain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Routes inbound and outbound freight to destinations.
• Arrange pickup and delivery to loading platform.
• Assemble cargo by destination and weigh items using tariffs.
• Prepare freight bills, collect payments and issue refunds.
• Prepare manifests for shipments and ensure security procedures.
• Unload freight and notify consignees of arrival.

Skills

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Attention to detail

Typing & basic math

Driver's license

Forklift certification ability

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Compensation

This position starts at $21.00 an hour.

Aloha Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity Employer Male/Female/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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