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Air Cargo Warehouse Agent - SEA
full-timeSeattle

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Seattle

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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 a Warehouse Agent includes the following: loading and unloading of cargo (mail, express, baggage, freight, and company material) on and off aircraft; the transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft; the ramp transfers of cargo where required; the receiving, delivering, and physical handling of freight and company material, export at the designated express docks, mail and baggage in the outbound baggage room; the completion of forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated locations of the functions described.  Transporting such furnishings and supplies to and from aircraft.  Assisting in loading, unloading and racking both filled and empty drums.  In addition, pushout/two aircraft and related guide man functions; connect/remove ground power and ground start units.   May be assigned to perform routine cleaning of work areas, ramps, and facilities with or without powered equipment.  May be assigned to assist in monitoring security of facility.  May be assigned to do routine servicing and cleaning of powered and unpowered equipment. 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 us and what we do, click on the link here: https://jobs.wfs.aero/content/Day-In-The-Life-Cargo/?locale=en_US 

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 50 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
  • Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
  • Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
  • Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area.  Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
  • While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids.
  • Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
  • Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
  • Reports to work on a regular and timely basis.

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma, GED or Equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license. 
  • Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.

Preferred Skills

 

  • Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.
  • Ability to judge distances.
  • Ability to successfully communicate with others.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.

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

Tech stack
Loading,Unloading,Transporting Cargo,Driving Vehicles,Depth Perception,Communication,Security Monitoring,Teamwork,Problem Solving,Attention to Detail,Safety Awareness,Time Management,Physical Stamina,Customer Service,Adaptability,Report Writing

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.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Airlines and Aviation
Founding Year: 1984

What you'll do

  • The Warehouse Agent is responsible for loading and unloading cargo from aircraft, transporting cargo between terminals, and ensuring compliance with security procedures. Additional duties include routine cleaning and monitoring of the facility's security.

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