Cargo Office Agent

Menzies Aviation•Houston, TX

59d•$15

About The Position

Great News. We are hiring! Pay: $15 an hour PTO, DENTAL, MEDICAL, VISION, 401K Paid vacation Uniforms provided Paid Training Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor

Requirements

Must have previous experience in administrative or office-based roles
Must Be 18 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma or GED
One-year college certificate or technical school, six months related cargo agent experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be able to proficiently speak, read and write English
Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical
Must be able and flexible to work variable shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays
Have/maintain current driver's license with no violations over the past 5 years
Dangerous goods awareness/acceptance knowledge
Must pass pre-employment drug test
Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals
Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs
Must have authorization to work in the USA

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft products

Responsibilities

Examines manifest, bills of lading and air waybill to determine work procedures for releasing cargo.
Notifies consignee or representative concerning arrival dates of shipment, customs clearance requirements and tonnage shipment.
Makes cash transactions, collects payments from customers for freight prior to release
Authorizes final approval for cargo release.
Prepares invoices for charges, airlines clients and management regarding freight.
Works with government agencies to clear shipments for import.
Meets flights in order to exchange documents.
Recognizes dangerous goods up receiving.
Ensure all local airport, TSA, CBP and FAA rules are followed.
Other duties as assigned.
Must Follow all security procedures as required.