About the Role
Loadmasters are responsible for supervising safe and proper loading procedures for assigned flights, ensuring compliance with all regulations and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise safe and proper loading procedures for assigned flights.
- Follow and direct proper loading procedures, paperwork compliance, security compliance, and safety compliance.
- Ensure aircraft cargo compartments are clean and free of debris.
- Report missing, damaged, or unserviceable components of aircraft cargo loading and restraint systems.
- Notify the Flight Crew immediately of any issues with aircraft systems, restraints, or components.
- Ensure all cargo is properly packaged, labeled, restrained, weighed, and documented.
- Coordinate and supervise all cargo-related functions, including inspection of ULDs, nets, and pallets.
- Direct and supervise labor groups for cargo loading and unloading to ensure safety, efficiency, and legality.
- Perform a complete check of the load prior to departure, ensuring all items are properly secured.
- Correct any loading deficiencies or paperwork issues before providing the Flight Release/Weight and Balance Form to the captain.
- Prepare, supervise, and maintain cargo weight and balance documents.
- Act as a liaison between the company, customers, vendors, handlers, and government agencies.
- Assist maintenance personnel with assembling/dismantling specialty equipment and ground support equipment.
- Account for the planned load, considering aircraft restrictions, limitations, and load sequencing.
- Ensure all restraint hardware is properly positioned according to the Company Weight and Balance Manual.
- Maintain familiarity with customer manuals, the Company General Operations Manual (GOM), and the Company Weight & Balance Manual.
- Verify Hazardous Material (HAZ-MAT) loaded on the aircraft and ensure all requirements are met.
- Ensure all international paperwork and documents are on board prior to departure.
- Inspect all cargo compartments following each upload and offload.
- Assist crew members and flight mechanics in keeping the cabin clean and secure.
- Perform Ground Security Coordinator functions and notify the Director of Safety and Security of any discrepancies.
- Send and respond to emails concerning Cargo Operations, including daily Loadmaster’s Turnover Reports.
- Maintain all required files and documents regarding flight activity.
- Prepare, communicate, verify, and coordinate weight and balance load plans with assigned stations.
- Remain qualified by completing all required recurrent training.
- Take responsibility for assigned shifts and/or flight assignments.
- Delegate functions associated with the position while retaining overall responsibility and verifying compliance.
- Take reasonable care for the health, wellbeing, safety, and security of themselves and others.
- Cooperate with managers/supervisors regarding legal requirements.
- Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse company-provided safety equipment.
- Inform managers/supervisors of any serious or immediate danger to health, wellbeing, safety, or security.
- Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences.
- Carry out work in accordance with provided information, training, and safety rules.
- Fully understand AGI Health & Safety and Security policies.
- Attend required training courses.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess a high school diploma, GED, or work experience equivalent.
- Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States or Canada, as applicable.
- Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security.
- If required, be able to secure a Customs Seal.
- Must have a minimum of combined two years of ramp and/or warehouse experience.
- Must have two years of experience in hazardous materials and documentation.
Skills
- Professional presentation and customer service-oriented attitude.
- Good communication skills (verbal and radio equipment).
- Basic math skills for weight and balance calculations.
- Problem-solving skills for security issues.
- Time management skills for efficient task completion.
- Curiosity and enthusiasm for cross-training.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to be alerted to moving vehicles or aircraft.
- Ability to use radio equipment.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to work around jet and machinery noises.
Location
- U.S. airports
- Canada airports
Work Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of combined two years of ramp and/or warehouse experience
- Two years of experience in hazardous materials and documentation
Education Level
- High school diploma, GED, or work experience equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 - $25.50 hourly
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Medical/dental/vision for full-time qualified employees
- Medical coverage for part-time employees
- Free uniforms
- Free on-the-job training
- Company-matched 401(k) program
- Company-paid employee assistance program
- Voluntary life insurance
- Travel discounts (car rentals, hotels, cruises)
About the Company
- Alliance Ground International (AGI) is one of the largest independently owned ground handling companies.
- AGI provides services to 100+ airlines in 61 airports across the U.S. and Canada.
- AGI has over 12,000 team members supporting over 1.5B Kilos and over 400K departures.
- AGI's Ground division has a strong reputation in aviation ground services.
- AGI is committed to providing the highest quality service and maintaining an outstanding safety track record.
- AGI is growing and seeks the best in the industry.
Equal Opportunity
- Alliance Ground International is an equal opportunity employer.
- AGI celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- AGI is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.
