Summary
Location
Miami
Type
full-time
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About this role
About WFS
Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?
Job Summary
The work of Agent Cargo includes computer data entry; prepares all flight documents; interfaces with U.S. Customs; prepares all import and export documentation, and accepts/distributes cargo in accordance with applicable air carrier and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Complies lists of customers for use as sales leads. Solicits orders or talks with customers to complete sales. Quotes prices and terms and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained. Estimates date of delivery to customer, based on knowledge of company’s delivery schedules. Moves cargo up to 70lbs. Comply with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of WFS 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 WFS whistleblower program.
Curious to learn more about what we do, please click the link below:
https://jobs.wfs.aero/content/Day-In-The-Life-Cargo/?locale=en_US
Responsibilities
- Ability to handle the stress of a fast-paced eight-hour shift.
- Ability to drive all cargo handling equipment.
- Ability to step up to an above ground level.
- Retrieve import/deliver export documents to and from aircraft.
Minimum Requirements
- HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
- Must have a valid driver's license and Port Authority or Airport Authority (if applicable) permit to use ramp side service roads
- Must be at least 18 years of age if position requires driving cargo handling equipment.
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays and days off.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
- Minimum typing speed of 30 WPM.
- Ability to concentrate on detail.
- Ability to learn PC skills and apply knowledge.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. No exceptions.
Perks & Benefits
- Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
- Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
- Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
- Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
- Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
- Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
- Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!
WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.
Other facts
About Worldwide Flight Services, Inc.
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, is a global air cargo logistics leader and best in class ground handling partner. As a combined company, SATS and WFS create an Americas-Europe-APAC network with a global footprint of more than 227 stations in 27 countries.
The SATS-WFS group employs over 50 000 people and assists more than 270 customers.
WFS has a 40-years experience in aviation-related handling service and can provides top quality solutions with a vast scope of services such as cargo handling, bagage handling and processing, ramp services, passenger services including premium VIP services, while maintaining its industry-leading standards of safety and security.
With its unique combination of experience, technical expertise and know-how, WFS can propose solutions to meet the challenges resulting from today’s fast-moving and complex airport operations.
What you'll do
- Agent Cargo is responsible for computer data entry, preparing flight documents, and interfacing with U.S. Customs. They also handle cargo distribution and comply with security procedures.
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