Warehouse Agent

Alliance Ground International•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Warehouse Agent supports operational efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction by safely and accurately receiving, storing, and handling inbound and outbound shipments in an aviation environment. The role involves handling cargo for trucks and flights, keeping accurate inventory and records, securing cargo and company equipment, and following safety, security, and customer procedures. Agents may work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires physical stamina and strength, including regularly moving items weighing 70 pounds (32 kg) or more and repeatedly lifting 40–50-pound items onto raised surfaces. Work also involves frequent and extended walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, and stooping; awareness of moving vehicles; using radio equipment; and working around machinery noise. AGI provides free uniforms and on-the-job training. The posting lists pay of $21.00.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Authorization to work in the United States if the work location is in the United States, or authorization to work in Canada if the work location is in Canada.
Complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.
Ability to secure a Customs Seal through the respective governing agency if required by the customer or role access.
Effective verbal and radio communication skills.
Basic math, computer, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and move items weighing 70 pounds (32 kg) or more and repeatedly lift 40–50-pound items onto raised surfaces.
Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
Ability to remain alert to moving vehicles, use radio equipment to communicate with crew and airport authorities, and work around machinery noise.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Commitment to safety, security, and compliance.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate loading and unloading cargo to and from trucks.
Check freight piece counts, weights, dimensions, and documents when accepting or delivering cargo.
Issue warehouse receipts or collect signed delivery receipts.
Verify cargo has a proper release from office personnel before delivering it to a consignee or agent.
Operate basic cargo-handling equipment, including forklifts, aircraft pallets, and pallet jacks.
Break down cargo from import flights, sort it as required, check it against the manifest, and store it appropriately.
Build up cargo for export flights according to instructions from a supervisor or the person directing the build-up.
Maintain inventory of freight, warehouse supplies, airline equipment, and containers.
Maintain cargo and equipment security; watch for tampering or pilferage and report incidents to a supervisor.
Keep the work area clean and report damaged or broken equipment.
Accept related assignments from lead agents, supervisors, or management.
Complete required paperwork and forms and enter data into the company information system.
Follow company procedures and protocols to operate safely and responsibly.
Complete training required by the company, airport authority, or customer.
Take reasonable care for personal and others’ health, wellbeing, safety, and security at work.
Cooperate with managers and supervisors regarding legal requirements imposed on the company.
Do not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse company-provided health, safety, security, or welfare resources.
Inform a manager or supervisor about work situations, equipment, or activities presenting serious or immediate danger.
Report hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, and dangerous occurrences to a manager or supervisor.
Carry out work according to provided information and training and applicable health, safety, and security rules and procedures.
Understand AGI health, safety, and security policies and attend required AGI training.
Communicate professionally with flight crews, gate agents, and ground crews, verbally or by radio, to coordinate movement and handling of trucks, equipment, and cargo.
Use basic math to calculate piece counts, weights, and dimensions; use computer systems to track cargo; troubleshoot loading and unloading issues; and manage time in a fast-paced environment.