Air Cargo Ramp Clerk (Union) - PDX

Worldwide Flight Services, Inc.•Lake Oswego, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The work of a Ramp Clerk 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. 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. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver's license
Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday, Sunday), holidays, and days off.
This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 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.
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 successfully communicate with others.
Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.
Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt.
Ability to judge distances.
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.

Benefits

Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
401k program offered!
Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

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