Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)

Air Cargo Warehouse Agent

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $20 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in cargo handling, including loading and unloading operations, while ensuring compliance with safety and security procedures. Capable of performing physical tasks in various environmental conditions and adhering to union requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Cargo HandlingForklift OperationDangerous Goods ComplianceFreight DocumentationFacility Security Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Move air cargo within the designated warehouse
  • Load and unload cargo from pallets and containers
  • Build up cargo for outbound flights
  • Break down cargo from import flights
  • Facilitate loading and unloading cargo to and from semitrucks
  • Operate basic cargo handling equipment such as forklifts, aircraft pallets, and pallet jacks
  • Check freight piece counts, weight, dimensions, and documents when accepting or delivering cargo
  • Confirm Dangerous Goods have been checked within aircraft limits and follow procedures for Dangerous Goods shipments
  • Complete forms and messages related to assigned warehouse functions
  • Perform routine cleaning of work areas, ramps, and facilities, with or without powered equipment
  • Assist in monitoring facility security and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance
  • Comply with WFS site security procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and days off
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather and environmental conditions, including jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise
  • Ability to distinguish red, green, and yellow
  • Must join the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and pay union dues

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Access pay in advance through the DailyPay app
  • On-the-spot awards through the Awardco Platform, including gift cards and more
  • Multiple medical care options for full-time and part-time employees
  • Travel discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount shopping
  • Wellness programs
  • 401(k) program
  • Internal mobility and transfer opportunities
  • Union membership and benefits under the Transport Workers Union (TWU) collective bargaining agreement

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Hard Skills
Cargo LoadingCargo UnloadingFreight Piece CountWeight MeasurementDocument VerificationRoutine CleaningAbility to Lift 80 lbsEnvironmental Condition AdaptabilityColor DistinctionUnion Membership Compliance
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
ForkliftsPallet JacksAircraft Pallets
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver's License
Industry Keywords
Air CargoWarehouse OperationsTransport Workers UnionWFS Site Security Procedures