Cargo Agent (DCA)

Job Description

Air General, a national cargo handling company, is looking for a Cargo Agent at our Ronald Regan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport location to handle the transfer of cargo to and from our airline clients and their customers. This position would include office duties as well as warehouse duties, with a focus on customer service and strict adherence to safety and security procedures. If you are interested in a career with an industry leader, that promotes respect, caring, and equality for our employees in an environment that fosters growth, please consider joining us!

Job Responsibilities include:

Load/unload air cargo from/to vehicles/trucks

Maintain and operate a forklift, tug and pallet jack safely and efficiently

Adhere to all FAA, Airport, and Air General safety and security procedures

Present cargo documents to U.S. Customs, Immigration, USDA and any other relevant agencies to achieve the necessary releases and clearances

Understand and prepare documentation for tracing action, perform follow-up, and keep customer informed of progress or their shipment

Take special measures to ensure proper handling of valuables, perishables, live animal shipments, and special loads

Obtain Customs Log Number and appropriate flight clearances

Reconcile Master and House air waybills, as applicable

Verify booking details and make corrections where applicable

Any other duties assigned by supervisors or managers

Schedule: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Requirements:

Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and airport/government security background checks

Must be able to pass a drug test

High school diploma or GED preferred

Must possess a valid Driver's License

Must be able to obtain valid airport I.D. badge

Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 70lbs

Must have basic computer skills

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must possess the ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health and Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

401(k) Retirement Plan and Roth after 6 months, company match after 1 year

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Scholarship Program

Paid Parental Leave

Air General is a US based nation wide Air Cargo and Ocean Cargo handling company, as well as a provider of Passenger and Traveler Services. Our customers are the world's major International and Domestic Airlines. Air General is dedicated to providing quality cargo handling and transportation logistics services in North America at major US Airports. If you'd like to learn more about the Air General family please visit the link below and explore our videos!

Full-time