Load Master

Company Information

Saltchuk Aviation is a family of diversified air cargo and aviation services companies. We operate Part 121, 135 and 145 certificates. We create connections by serving customers and communities in the U.S, Caribbean, Central & South America with reliable and efficient aviation services.

Saltchuk Aviation employs over 1600 employees in the air cargo, ground handling, aircraft maintenance, aviation logistics, and air freight on-demand charter sectors across six operating companies. Across its portfolio, Saltchuk Aviation transports over 380 million pounds of freight annually.

Specifically, Saltchuk Aviation Operating Companies/brands Include

Northern Air Cargo: (NAC) is a scheduled cargo airline based in Anchorage, Alaska. As the largest all-cargo airline in Alaska, NAC operates a fleet of 17 Boeing 737-300s, -400s and -800s, and Boeing 767-300 freighter aircraft throughout our network, including Alaska, Hawaii, Continental U.S., the Caribbean and Central & South America. The airline operates out of primary bases at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, the Daniel Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, and the Miami International Airport.

The mission of Northern Air Cargo (NAC) is to provide safe, reliable aviation cargo services for our customers and create a place for employees to build long-term careers. Northern Air Cargo services customers in Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, South America, and the Caribbean.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance programs including medical, dental, and vision
• Company-provided benefits include life insurance, short and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program
• Competitive 401k match program with zero vesting period
• Annual bonus and salary review programs
• Competitive paid time off, personal days, and federal holidays
• Reimbursement benefits like fitness, transportation, and tuition up to $5,250 annually
• Plus many employee discounts with major retailers
  
  

Position Summary

The Northern Air Cargo Loadmaster may accompany each flight to ensure that all required policies and procedures are followed for the handling of cargo on board and that all loading and unloading activity is accomplished safely and efficiently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with the regulations for the loading of hazardous materials.
• Coordinate and supervise all cargo-related functions associated with the assigned flight(s), including inspection and supervision of ULD build-up operations and weighing of cargo prior to it being loaded on the Company's aircraft.
• Prepare and distribute all appropriate aircraft load plans and weight and balance documentation.
• Ensure that all revenue cargo and COMAT loaded on company aircraft under their control is properly inspected, packaged, labeled, and weighed.
• Ensure that it is loaded, distributed, and restrained on the aircraft per Company policies, procedures, and all applicable government regulations
• Supervise and direct all contract labor groups assigned to handling, loading, and offloading the assigned aircraft.
• Ensure the safe and efficient handling of company equipment and cargo, to ensure safe loading/offloading per Company policies and procedures.
• Supervise these activities in order to avoid damage to aircraft, cargo and equipment, and injury to personnel working on or around the aircraft.
• Conduct random checks to verify the accuracy of cargo weight, dangerous goods and documentations required for the flight.
• Operate (or supervise the operation of) all aircraft cargo doors, cargo conveyance, and restraint systems; and the installation and stowage of all required cargo door sill guards and anti-tipping equipment.
• Inspect aircraft cargo conveyance and restraint systems for proper operation. Notify the Maintenance Representative if any repair is needed.
• Inspect tendered ULDs for damage and deficiencies, and ensure that the contained cargo is adequately secured. Reject any ULDs that do not meet minimum standards.
• Ensure that no pilferage, loss, or damage of cargo occurs while it is in the Company's custody; maintain control over all company owned / leased ULDs and cargo restraint equipment; close all aircraft doors and secure the aircraft prior to leaving at layover stations or any other location where company personnel are not present to perform such tasks.
• Fly with the aircraft as an onboard Loadmaster when so required, and perform all duties under the direct authority of the Pilot-In-Command.
• Ensure that all trash, old catering and other debris are removed from the cockpit area and turned over to the appropriate parties after the completion of the flight. Perform any other tasks that may be required to keep the aircraft cabin clean and orderly.
• Prior to takeoff and landing, ensure that all trash and debris has been picked up and bagged, and that all baggage, catering equipment, manuals, bedding supplies and COMAT are properly secured.
• Loadmasters are responsible for ensuring that the cargo compartments of the aircraft are kept clean and orderly. All trash, debris and cargo restraint equipment in these compartments must be picked up, secured or disposed of prior to takeoff of the aircraft and immediately after the cargo offload has been completed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Loadmaster in wide body aircraft operations. Strongly prefer at least 5 years.
• Be familiar with the pallet design and build up, ground loading equipment, aircraft loading systems (especially ULD locking mechanisms), and load planner duties.
• Must have experience working with Microsoft Office, Excel in particular for weight and balance software and the ability to learn basic computer applications.
• Must successfully complete a 767 weight and balance program.
• Have possession of a valid passport.
• Requires valid drivers license and clear driving record.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abiliites

• Have a thorough knowledge of the transport of Dangerous Goods by air.
• Must be safety focused and follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Must have a history of outstanding interpersonal relationships with customers and coworkers. Be able to interact successfully with variety of stakeholders.
• Work with little or no supervision and accomplishes tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to interact well with cargo, customer service, and load control employees, along with other departments, and customers.
• Bilingual in Spanish helpful.
• Ability to write brief trip synopsis, routine e-mails, etc.
• Must be able to travel internationally without restriction.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test (part RO DOT), background check and pass TSA clearance to receive SIDA badge for Miami International Airport.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals in order to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Lifting/carrying requirements: Up to 50 pounds occasionally. Repetitions will vary with projects.
• Climbing: Up ladders and stairs.
• Reaching: Full range of motion may be required to perform the essential functions of this position
• Standing/Walking: Concrete floor in warehouse and paved ramp. Surfaces can be wet seasonally and icy seasonally.
• Crawling: Minimal crawling required.
• Repetitive bending/Twisting: Occasional to moderate.
• Vision: Good vision is required to perform all tasks.
• Hearing: Good hearing is required for effective and safe communication with co-workers.
• Speaking: Speaking is required to communicate with flight crews, customers, ground personnel, etc.
• Must have facial hair trimmed to allow oxygen mask to seal properly.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Flying: This job function requires constant travel on company aircraft, and occasional overnight stays.
• Will be working on and around aircraft, in warehouse environments and in outdoor ramp environments.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather for an extended periods.
• Extended on duty hours maybe required.
• Extensive travel is required. May be temporarily based at other company stations/locations as required
  
  

Disclosure

The intent of this Description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities performed and results expected by persons assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.