Passenger Service Agent

Jobtailor; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Seattle seeks an Airport Cargo Documentation Clerk to greet customers, prepare MAWB paperwork, and coordinate document flows for import/export shipments. You will travel to the AOA to meet flights, liaise with brokers, and ensure all documents and charges are accurately processed.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a valid US work right, typ e at least 35 wpm, and demonstrate strong English proficiency, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license.
• Proof of legal right to work in the United States.
• Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.
• English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
• Strong interpersonal skills and dependability.
• Attention to detail and organizational ability.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with import documentation and communication.
• Prepare and organize documentation prior to flight arrival/departure and distribute accordingly.
• Travel to Airport Operational Area (AOA) to meet flights and retrieve/drop off documents.
• Notify Broker or Freight Forwarder on MAWB arrival at warehouse.
• Provide assistance to customers collecting documents and freight.
• Process charges and document payment methods; manage cash handling.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Typing 35 wpm

English proficiency

Team player

Organizational skills

Basic arithmetic

Job description

• Responsible to greet and assist customers and ensure proper documentation and communication, internally and externally, for import operations.
• Prepare documentation prior to flight arrival or flight departure, review, organize, make copies and distribute accordingly.
• Travel to Airport Operational Area (AOA) to meet flight upon arrival or departure of flight to retrieve or drop off flight documents.
• Notify Broker or Freight Forwarder on the Master Airway Bill (MAWB) of shipment’s arrival at warehouse facility or on hold.
• Provide assistance to customers arriving to retrieve their documents and freight.
• Collect appropriate charges and document method of payment.
• Process “Customs Out” (proof of delivery) for every transaction before the customer’s departure.
• Assist in completion of MAWBS for over-the-counter shipments.
• Confirm all bookings are accepted
• Confirm TSA mandatory screening.
• Confirm Dangerous Goods (DG) have been checked within aircraft limits and Follow specific procedure for DG shipments when received, including when shipment is abandoned by consignee.
• Data capture AWB information into airline system(s).
• Manifest flight based on information received from the warehouse.
• Print flight manifest, cargo pallet message, deadload and NOTOC and deliver to the aircraft.
• Verify post flight inventory with documents on hand.
• File maintenance of all pertinent documents and records.
• Prepare various reports (Irregularity, Weekly Import and/or Export Statistics)
• Answer incoming calls and responds to emails.
• Demonstrate diligence required to maintain security under the Airport Police, TSA and United States

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess clean driving record and valid driver's license.
• Must provide proof of the legal right to work in the United States.
• Typing skills with ability to type a minimum of 35 wpm.
• English proficiency (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, listening).
• Mental abilities (e.g., visual observation and identification, mental rotation).
• Interpersonal skills (e.g., customer service, dependability).
• Work values (e.g., responsibility, honesty, integrity).
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic and mathematics.
• Comprehension of airway bill import procedures and government regulations.
• Attention to detail and organization skills.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisor or lead agent.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Customs seal and license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA).
• Office skills including file maintenance, basic computer knowledge, answering telephone quickly and ability to multi-task.