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Air Cargo - Ramp Clerk- MIALocation: Miami, Florida, US Company: Worldwide Flight Services, Inc. Compensation: 18.40Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations, 27 countries, and on 5 continents.Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?Job SummaryThe work of a Ramp Clerk loads and unloads cargo, freight, and company material on and off aircraft; the transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft. Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors' activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program. Comply with WFS site security plan for assigned warehouse. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.ResponsibilitiesLoad and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area.Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.Ability to successfully communicate with others.Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.Ability to judge distances.Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.Reports to work on a regular and timely basis.Minimum RequirementsHS Diploma, GED or Equivalent Must be at least 18 years of age Valid driver's license Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday, Sunday), holidays, and days off. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.Preferred SkillsMust be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.Physical Requirements/Working ConditionsAbility to lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to work in all types of weather conditions as well as environmental conditions, i.e., jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise. Ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.Perks & BenefitsAccess your pay when you need it through DailyPay app! On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more! Multiple options for both full and part-time employees! Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More! Wellness Programs offered to all employees! 401k program offered! Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.