Air General, a third-generation, family-owned, national cargo handling company, is seeking a Screener - Air Cargo at our airport station located at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, TX.
The main responsibility of this position is to inspect air freight shipments.
If you are interested in a career with an industry leader that promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, one where employees feel valued and respected, and are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives, please consider joining us!
Job Responsibilities include:
- Inspect air freight shipments in accordance with strict federal rules and trained procedures to the level for which screener has been specifically certified.
- Make sure any paperwork related to a screened cargo shipment is accurate.
- Investigate and/or escalate paperwork anomalies.
- Record screening functions in accordance with trained procedures.
- Clean up and sweep security screening areas and other warehouse areas, dispose of garbage, maintain cleanliness and general housekeeping.
- Maintain safe operation of warehouse vehicles and equipment.
- Follow all FAA Hazmat and TSA Security Requirements and Regulations.
- Use common tools needed for opening and closing boxes, crates, etc.
- Carry out written and/or oral instructions regarding the proper performance of screening duties, including rule interpretations, record keeping and escalations.
- Write concise incident reports or statements and log entries into security records.
- Follow trained processes exactly the same way each and every time.
- Make sure paperwork related to the cargo is accurate and free of anomalies.
- Report and provide details, if instructed, of all TSA visit activity as trained, in a written report format.
- Maintain safe operation of warehouse equipment especially close to X-ray units.
- All other duties as assigned by a supervisor or the Station Management.
Requirements:
- Must have a high school diploma or a GED
- Must be a US Citizen (due to TSA requirements)
- Must be able to obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a valid and unexpired US Driver’s license.
- Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Candidates must possess some intermediate computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office programs.
- Must be able to clearly understand and communicate in English when performing essential job functions.
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and airport/government security background checks, applicable Custom Security Seal, and post offer drug screens.
- Be available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced, high-noise environment, and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to competently interface with local and federal authorities testing.
- Must be able to pass a color vision exam.
Schedule: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm (Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues,) days off: (Wed, Thurs, Fri.) This is a 4 day work week
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health and Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Roth after 6 months, company match after 1 year
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Scholarship Program
- Company Emergency Loan Program
- Earned Wage Access - offered through Tapcheck
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Air General is a third-generation, family-owned, US-based, nationwide 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 Air General please visit the link and explore our videos!
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