Warehouse Agents - Air Cargo (IAH)

Air General Incorporated; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Earned Wage Access

Tuition Reimbursement

Team-based environment

Job summary

Air General, a third-generation family-owned national cargo handling company, is seeking a full-time Warehouse Agent - Air Cargo at our IAH station in Houston, TX. You will move air cargo within designated warehouses, load/unload, build up cargo for outbound flights, and assist in equipment operation.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, ability to obtain SIDA badge, 18+, valid US driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid US driver's license.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and communicate in English.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings and background checks.
• Available to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Move air cargo within designated warehouses.
• Load and unload cargo from pallets and containers.
• Build up cargo for outbound flights.
• Break down cargo from import flights.
• Facilitate loading/unloading to/from semitrucks.
• Operate basic cargo equipment like forklift and pallet jacks.
• Check freight for correct piece count, weight, and documents.
• May transport cargo to aircraft using a 3,000 lb vehicle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Dedicated

Self-starter

Ability to make an impact

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Air General, a third-generation, family-owned, national cargo handling company, is looking for full time Warehouse Agents at our airport station located at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, TX.

The Warehouse Agent - Air Cargo will be primarily responsible for loading and unloading cargo (freight, and company material), transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft; the transfer of cargo where required; receiving, delivering, and physical handling of freight and company material, at the designated docks, the completion of forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated locations of the functions described. May be assigned to perform routine cleaning of work areas and facilities with or without powered equipment. May be assigned to assist in monitoring security of the facility. Complying with AG site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of AG staff, security contractors, and visitors' activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the applicable airport reporting system. The successful candidate should demonstrate the capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for moving air cargo within designated warehouses.
• Load and unload cargo from pallets and containers.
• Build up cargo for outbound flights.
• Break down cargo from import flights.
• Facilitate the loading and unloading of cargo to and from semitrucks.
• May operate basic cargo handling equipment such as forklift and pallet jacks.
• Check freight for proper piece count, weight, dimensions and documents as appropriate when accepting or delivering cargo.
• May transport cargo to and from aircraft driving, 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicles with attached carts through congested areas. Reading "off-load" sheets to determine the destination of cargo.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor/management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid and unexpired US Driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to clearly understand and communicate in English when performing essential job functions.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and airport/government security background checks, applicable Custom Security Seal, and post offer drug screens.
• Be available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to handle stress in a high-noise fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Some travel may be required for airline specific training.

Schedule: This is a 4 Day work week: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Sun, Mon, Tues.) 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (Wed.)
Days off: Thurs., Fri., Sat.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health and Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Roth after 6 months, company match after 1 year
• Life Insurance
• Company Emergency Loan Program
• Earned Wage Access - offered through Tapcheck
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Air General is a third-generation, family-owned, US-based, nationwide Air Cargo and Ocean Cargo handling company, as well as a provider of Passenger and Traveler Services. Our customers are the world's major International and Domestic Airlines. Air General is dedicated to providing quality cargo handling and transportation logistics services in North America at major US Airports. If you'd like to learn more about Air General please visit the link and explore our videos: https://www.airgeneral.com/ourstory

Yes . Some travel will be required based on certain airline training requirements

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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