Baggage Encoder Agent - SEA Airport

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Baggage Encoder Agent is responsible for the accurate encoding and tracking of baggage within the airport's baggage handling system. This role ensures that all baggage is processed efficiently, scanned correctly, and directed to the appropriate destinations to enhance overall operational effectiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accurately input and encode baggage information, including tracking numbers, flight details, and passenger information, into the baggage management system

Scan bags as they arrive and verify that each item is logged correctly, ensuring accurate tracking throughout the handling process

Identify and address any discrepancies or issues related to baggage tracking, including lost or misplaced items, and coordinate with relevant teams to resolve these issues

Keep accurate records of baggage processing activities, generating reports on performance metrics and any incidents that occur during the encoding process

Attention to detail

Brings their “A” game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety

May be assigned other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

18 years of age or older

Eligible to work in the United States

Prior experience in baggage handling, encoding, or a similar role within an airport environment is a plus

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents

Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices

Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means

Pass a background check and drug screen

Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)

Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable

Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands

Must be able to push, pull

Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces

Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel

Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels

Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms

Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers

Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.