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Cargo Screening Agent job at Menzies Aviation in Houston TX

Description, duties, responsibilities

Description
Job Description:
As a member of the Menzies Aviation Cargo Screening team you will be responsible for carrying out Air Cargo Security Screening to the letter of the MSP and ACISP while following the MA Safety Policy inclusive of but not limited to: wearing PPE equipment operation safe lifting procedures and obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment.
Safety Security and Environmental stewardship are core values of Menzies Aviation (MA). MA has a duty of care to provide a safe workplace to our Employees. Similarly all Menzies’ employees have an obligation to assist in maintaining a safe work environment via the following principles:
+ Ensure that they work safely in accordance with company policy and procedures
+ Report safety incidents risks or safety concerns using the Safety Management System (SMS) reporting system
+ Recognize opportunities to contribute to the continuous improvement of safety and its management
+ Stay current with information and knowledge relevant to performing their duties safely
+ Carry out cargo screening functions to screen for IEDs IED Components or other destructive substances that may be found in air cargo
+ Operate screening equipment such as X-ray and ETD machines
+ Identify dangerous objects in cargo and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft with Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) equipment and visual and physical search
+ Complete the required equipment start-up procedures and documentation for each equipment type (ETD and X-ray)
+ Utilize handheld tools and power tools to assist with the opening and screening of certain cargo configurations
+ Ensure the capture and completion of the cargo screening logs for each piece of cargo screened
+ Continuously and effectively interact with stakeholders - Airline Customers Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Agents Customs/Border Protection (CBP) Agents- and respond to inquiries in a professional business tone and manner
+ Work within a demanding environment which includes noise from alarms machinery people distractions time pressure and the requirement to identify and locate potentially life-threatening devices and devices intended on creating massive destruction
+ Demonstrate diligence required to maintain security under the Airport Police Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Regulations. Carry out challenge procedures of any persons not displaying airport credentials
+ Conduct Alarm Resolution Procedures and Cargo Rendered Unusable Procedures as per the applicable security program.
+ Must follow all Airport and TSA Security procedures as required
+ Follow notification procedures when required.
+ Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
+ Must be 18 years of age or older
+ Possess and maintain valid US drivers license
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical
+ Ability to proficiently read write and speak English
+ Must be able to lift 70lbs
+ Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
+ Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
+ Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
+ Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred)
+ Forklift certification preferred
+ Detail oriented
+ Must have authorization to work in the USA
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
+ Ability to learn quickly
+ Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
+ Strong interpersonal skills
+ Ability to work as part of a team
+ Ability to build relationships
Benefits
+ Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor
+ Health Dental Vision 401K
+ Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Paid Training
+ Uniform Provided
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
+ Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
+ Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Licenses and Certifications
Required
+ DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Menzies Aviation Company Overview

With more than 200 airport operations across 6 continents, Menzies Aviation relies on more than 30,000 employees to ensure that our services hit the heights which are expected of us. We believe that true excellence is only delivered by people with the knowledge, tools and passion to set standards rather than chase them. We offer landside and airside services tailored to our customers needs, timed to their schedules, and delivered by teams with the knowledge, tools and passion to set standards rather than chase them. Our core services include Ground Handling, Cargo, Fueling, Executive Services and Offline Services.