Air Cargo Warehouse Lead - IAD

Air Cargo Warehouse Lead - IAD

Lead a safe and efficient aircraft operation through direction, coordination, observation, and hands-on assistance with each aircraft handling operation. Ensures all duties performed by assigned personnel are completed in the most efficient and professional manner including, but not limited to:

• Loading and unloading of aircraft, vehicles and freight/mail containers (ULDs/APCs, etc.)
• Build-up, break-down, and sort of freight, mail, and baggage, as applicable
• Safe and proper acceptance, handling and transfer of freight, mail and baggage, as applicable
• Ensure and verify security and integrity of all freight, mail and baggage, as applicable
• Ensure proper marshalling signals for aircraft and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) operations, as directed
• Ensure proper two-way communications in English, using ground-to-ground and air-to-ground radios and telephones, as applicable
• Ensure calculation and/or verification of correct weights, and destination/origination labels tags
• Safe and proper operation of GSE and other equipment, as trained and certified
• Service and support of customer aircraft (cabin cleaning, lavatory/water service, deicing), as applicable
• Cleaning and servicing of GSE, ramp, warehouse, bathrooms, offices, and facilities, as directed
• Safe and proper positioning and towing aircraft, as trained and certified
• Hold all subordinate employees accountable for failure to follow all policies, regulations and directives
• Maintain and control all required aspects of the operation in accordance with the corporate security program and TSA legislation
• Ensure that the required company audit requirements are undertaken to ensure continuity and compliance at all times
• Read, understand and clarify the implementation of the site-specific security plan and ensure that all WFS staff are issued with a relevant company  that they are required to display this identity badge
• Adhere with WFS Uniform Policy with professional appearance at all times
• Comply with company approved clothing, proper footwear, personal protection equipment (hearing protection, safety vest, etc., appropriate to function) and jewelry restrictions
• Advise Supervisor immediately regarding any hazardous materials (HAZ-MAT) cargo and/or any irregularities (e.g., spills, damaged items, pilferage, etc.)
• Comply with WFS policy for reporting injuries, incidents, damage and theft
• Report ALL injuries, incidents, damage, and/or theft immediately to the Supervisor
• Disciplinary action, up to and including termination, for non-reporting of any of above
• Required Drug & Alcohol Test performed upon each occurrence

Responsibilities:

• Attend all meetings and complete all training and certification, as required by WFS, customer, airport, and all applicable government agencies
• Adhere to all airport and facility regulations regarding proper security and identification procedures, including correct escort and security identification badge/challenge responsibilities
• Comply with all safety regulations, methods, and procedures required by WFS, customers, airport, and all applicable government agencies
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis, "No Call – No Show" and arriving after scheduled time will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment
• All exceptions must be approved and documented by Supervisor
• Availability to work all shifts, including, but not limited to, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Minimum Requirements:

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess and maintain valid driver's license for the state in which the employee works
• This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.

Preferred

Skills:

• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language

Physical Requirements /

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance

Perks & Benefits:

• Access your pay when you need it through Daily Pay app!
• On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Multiple options for both full and part-time employees for quality medical care!
• Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• 401k program offered!
• Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.