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Cargo Handler

Cargo Handler

Menzies AviationHouston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Cargo Handler

Receives stores and distributes freight within established guidelines by performing the following duties :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Reads air waybill, bills of landing of freight manifest to determine the items to be moved, gathered or distribute.
  • Conveys freight from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas with forklift or transporter.
  • Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as consignee or destination.
  • Sorts and stores dangerous goods in proper area.
  • Fill requisitions, work orders or request for materials, tools or other stock items and distributes items to other locations.
  • Open bales, crates, and other containers for break down. Records counts of items received or distributed.
  • Weighs and counts items for distribution within warehouse to ensure conformance to company standards and air waybill.
  • Performs cargo build-up and / or breakdowns, freight to and / or from skid, pallets or ULDs.
  • Ensure that work areas are clean and hazard free of loose nets, strap, etc.
  • Must practice all company's Safety Policy inclusive of, but not limited to : wearing PPE, equipment operation, safe lifting procedures or obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Skill :

  • Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience;
  • Must have current driver's license with no violations over the past 5 years;
  • Forklift certification preferred;
  • Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
  • Must pass driver's test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver's license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA);
  • Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal;
  • Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds on a continuous basis;
  • Must pass pre-employment medical and a drug test;
  • Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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