Warehouse Agent - Air Cargo; IAB

Sterling, VA
- Domestic: 23901 Cargo Dr, Cargo Bldg 3 Bay 115, Sterling, VA 20166, USA

Air General, a third-generation, family-owned, national cargo handling company, is looking for a full-time Warehouse Agent
- Air Cargo at our Washington Dulles International (IAB) Airport location.

The Warehouse Agent
- Air Cargo will be primarily responsible for loading and unloading cargo (freight and company material), transporting cargo between terminals and aircraft; transferring cargo where required; receiving, delivering, and physically handling freight and company material at designated docks; completing forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated functions. May be assigned to perform routine cleaning of work areas and facilities with or without powered equipment.

May be assigned to assist in monitoring security of the facility. Complying with AG site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of AG staff, security contractors, and visitors' activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the applicable airport reporting system. The successful candidate should demonstrate the capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Responsible for moving air cargo within designated warehouses.
• Load and unload cargo from pallets and containers.
• Build up cargo for outbound flights.
• Break down cargo from import flights.
• Facilitate the loading and unloading of cargo to and from semi trucks.
• May operate basic cargo handling equipment such as forklift and pallet jacks.
• Check freight for proper piece count, weight, dimensions and documents as appropriate when accepting or delivering cargo.
• May transport cargo to and from aircraft driving, 3,000‑lb vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicles with attached carts through congested areas. Read "off-load" sheets to determine the destination of cargo.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor/management.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid and unexpired U.S. Driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• 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 high‑noise fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Some travel may be required for airline specific training.

2:30 pm – 11:00 pm (varied shifts)

• 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
• Life Insurance
• Company Emergency Loan Program
• Earned Wage Access – offered through Tapcheck
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Air General is a third‑generation, family‑owned, U.S.

-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 U.S. airports. For more information, visit

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.