Air Cargo Logistician Lead - Kabul ,Afghanistan

Principle Accountabilities: Oversee the daily ramp and air cargo operations and provide leadership to all Air Cargo Logisticians. Principle Responsibilities: 1. Work with and report to Airlift Support Operations Manager & Operations Support Manger to maximize operational performance in areas of on-time performance, staffing, training and safety. 2. Monitor customer safety during boarding and deplaning, and assist customers in a friendly and courteous manner 3. Responsible for courteous, prompt, accurate and careful handling of customer baggage, airfreight and Company Materials (COMAT) 4. Continuous lifting, loading/unloading, sorting & transfer of baggage, freight, and COMAT (continuous heavy lifting of up to 75 lbs for periods of time) 5. Constant communication with Operations, Flight Crew personnel and other ground personnel 6. Cleaning of exterior and interior of aircraft and keep the aircraft parking / taxiway clear of debris 7. Collect, sort and check luggage against flight lists, making sure that items go on to the right aircraft 8. Move luggage to and from aircraft holds using trucks, cargo loaders, and forklifts 9. Reporting any suspicious-looking baggage items to Flight Security or the Security Manager Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience: Three (3) years experience as a Baggage Handler, Fleet Service Agent, and/or Ramp Agent in a commercial or military aviation operation and two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role. Special Knowledge/ Skills Required: 1. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others 2. Prior supervisory experience 3. Understanding of airline systems and ground support operations 4. Able to fluently read, write, speak and understand English 5. Ability to work under stressful situations and tight time constraints 6. Be aware of and observe safety procedures at all times 7. A valid US Drivers License is required 8. Ability to obtain and maintain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) Background Investigation through DoS, is a condition of continued employment Work Environment: Must be capable of living and working in a potentially hostile environment for an extended period. May be required to travel to and between remote location(s) in austere environments. May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure. May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft. Physical Requirements: 1. Must be able to run, walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to 8 hours minimum per day and sit for up to three hours per day. 2. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps ladders and work stands. 3. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders. 4. May be required to carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds. 5. Employee must be able to continually lift and carry 75 pounds. 6. May be required to lift up to 75 pounds to height of four feet and be required to lift up to 40 pounds to height of 7 feet. 7. Must be able to read and interpret newspaper and typewritten print. 8. Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales. 9. May be required to operate power, machinery, hand tools, etc. 10. Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear. 11. Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depths.
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