What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loadmaster (Home based - US) position at Western Global Airlines?
Loadmaster
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Loadmasters travel with the aircraft on most flights and act as the WGA operations agent. They ensure the cargo on the aircraft is stored in such a way that the aircraft is balanced, and the weight is distributed within safe operating limits.
Essential Duties:
- Ensures cargo is properly screened.
- Ensures ULD/Pallets are built and loaded according to the industry and WGA standards.
- Ensures hazardous materials are properly marked and loaded per any restriction.
- Prepares Onload/Offload Control Form and checks for content and accuracy.
- Prepares or ensure that the required weight and balance information is transmitted to the crew.
- When present, supervises station operations to include:
- Safety during adverse weather.
- Safe aircraft handling.
- Cargo/ACM baggage is loaded/handled safely.
- Ground equipment is in good repair and handled safely.
- Station conditions.
- Handling of unairworthy A/C.
- Suspension of operation.
- Shall positively support and promote safety, security, and quality as a fundamental function of the overall responsibility.
Education/Experience/Skills:
- Must be a U.S. passport holder or have legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Previous airline cargo and ground handling experience is preferred.
- Ability to make mathematical calculations accurately to ensure accurate assessments of the load distribution and center of gravity.
- Ability to understand all laws and regulations applicable to cargo handling.
- Outstanding communication and analytical skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
If you are looking for a fascinating, challenging and meaningful career in the airline industry, we encourage you to contact us. We take pride in finding and hiring the best people and providing them with opportunities to grow and excel.
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