Cargo Agent at Menzies Aviation (USA) Inc in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examines manifest, bills of lading and air waybill to determine work procedures for reason cargo.


• Notifies consignee or representative concerning arrival dates of shipment, customs clearance rudiments and tonnage shipments.


• Make cash transactions, collects payments from customers for freight prior to release.


• Authorizes final approval for cargo release.


• Prepares invoices for charges, airline clients and management regarding freight.


• Works with government agencies to clear shipments for import.


• Meets flights in order to exchange documents.


• Recognizes dangerous goods upon receiving.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience;


• Must have current driver’s license with no violations over the past 5 years;


• Certification in dangerous goods awareness/acceptance;


• Equivalent combination of education and experience;


• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.


• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.


• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.


• Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal;


• Must pass driver’s test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver’s license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA);


• Must be able to lift at least 35 pounds on a continuous basis;


• Must pass pre-employment medical;


• Must pass a drug test;