Air Cargo Operations Specialist

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)

. Ensures all duties performed by assigned personnel are completed in the most efficient and professional manner.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeMiami • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensures all duties performed by assigned personnel are completed in the most efficient and professional manner.
Performs export cargo build-up, import/export cargo tracing, forklift operation, monitors the utilization of dock offload/loading, and completes warehouse cargo inventory assessments.
Prepares import/export flight documentation, accepts/distributes cargo in accordance with applicable air carrier and Department of Transportation regulations, provides outstanding customer service to resolve customer issues.
Ensures the compliance of all ramp safety regulations, performs loading/un-loading of aircraft, performs visual Foreign Object Debris (FOD) checks and checks of aircraft condition before and after loading, operates ramp equipment, and coordinates the transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft.
Comply with all WFS safety and security policies and procedures, and all air carrier TSA Security Programs.
Never participate in fraudulent activities with regard to safety and security.
Remain aware of WFS staff, contractors, and visitors’ activities. Report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliances with security processes or procedures, including access controls, badging, and security screening to the Manager or through the WFS reporting system, Pulse, or through the Company “See Something, Say Something” Program.
Serves as a technical operational expert coordinating the safe and efficient movement of cargo, addressing both warehouse and ramp needs simultaneously.
Is responsible for providing insight on the staffing structure and tasks needed to ensure on-time, safe, and high-quality delivery.

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license.
Must be certified to operate multiple pieces of equipment and able to perform the following: WAREHOUSE : Builder, Dock Master (Import/ Export/ Oversize/ VUN) Cargo Screener and Forklift operator.
RAMP : (min. Advanced GSE, tug/ belt loader/ GPU/ASU) Pushback, Loader Operator, Load Master, Marshaling, Forklift and Operator/ Tug Operator.
5+ years of Air Cargo operations experience, performing advanced levels of warehouse and ramp responsibilities.
Experience in training and coaching employees.
Experience supporting safety improvement projects.
Must meet customer station-specific requirements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

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Hard Skills & Tools

forklift operationcargo build-upcargo tracingimport/export documentation preparationramp equipment operationForeign Object Debris (FOD) checkscargo inventory assessmentssafety complianceadvanced GSE operationload master

Soft Skills

customer serviceteam coordinationtraining and coachingproblem resolutionsafety awarenesscommunicationorganizational skillsattention to detailreportinginsightful decision-making

Certifications

valid driver's licensecertification to operate warehouse equipmentcertification to operate ramp equipment