Cargo Screening Agent

Menzies Aviation Careers•Philadelphia, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for carrying out Air Cargo Security Screening to the letter of the MSP and ACISP while following the MA Safety Policy inclusive of, but not limited to wearing PPE, equipment operation, safe lifting procedures and obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment. Safety, Security, and Environmental stewardship are core values of Menzies Aviation (MA). MA has a duty of care to provide a safe workplace to our Employees. Similarly, all Menzies’ employees have an obligation to assist in maintaining a safe work environment via the following principles: Ensure that they work safely in accordance with company policy and procedures Report safety incidents, risks or safety concerns using the Safety Management System (SMS) reporting system Recognize opportunities to contribute to the continuous improvement of safety and its management Stay current with information and knowledge relevant to performing their duties safely.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Possess and maintain valid US driver's license
Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical
Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
Must be able to lift 70lbs
Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred)
Forklift certification preferred

Responsibilities

Carry out cargo screening functions to screen for IEDs, IED Components, or other destructive substances that may be found in air cargo
Operate screening equipment such as X-ray and ETD machines
Identify dangerous objects in cargo and prevent those objects from being transported onto aircraft with Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) equipment and visual and physical search
Complete the required equipment start-up procedures and documentation for each equipment type (ETD and X-ray)
Utilize handheld tools and power tools to assist with the opening and screening of certain cargo configurations
Ensure the capture and completion of the cargo screening logs for each piece of cargo screened
Continuously and effectively interact with stakeholders - Airline Customers, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Agents, Customs/Border Protection (CBP) Agents- and respond to inquiries in a professional business tone and manner
Work within a demanding environment, which includes noise from alarms, machinery, people, distractions, time pressure and the requirement to identify and locate potentially life-threatening devices and devices intended on creating massive destruction
Demonstrate diligence required to maintain security under the Airport Police, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Regulations.
Carry out challenge procedures of any person not displaying airport credentials
Conduct Alarm Resolution Procedures and Cargo Rendered Unusable Procedures as per the applicable security program.
Must follow all Airport and TSA Security procedures as required
Follow notification procedures when required.
Other duties as assigned
You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures.
The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members.
In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.