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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

CARGO SCHEDULER

Travis AFB, California, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$69K/yr - $90K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Cargo Scheduler to serve as an aircraft load planner and inspector. The primary responsibilities include selecting cargo and planning for its timely movement through the aerial port to various destinations.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Programs the movement of all cargo to include special cargo involving dangerous/hazardous materials, general cargo, rations, Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) items, household goods and high priority cargo (Green Sheet, 999, Life or Death, Forward Supply System (FSS), Mission Capability (MICAP), etc.) out of the aerial port for expeditious movement to its final destination

Reviews daily flying schedules for forecasted missions with special interest on routings and capability forecast worksheets depicting space blocks of high priority cargo/passengers

Inspects cargo pallets for weight or piece discrepancies and suitability for military or commercial aircraft

Assists the flight chief by performing various related support duties involving the load planning and inspection activity

Qualification

Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS)Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES)Aircraft Load PlanningHazardous Cargo InspectorExplosive Handler QualificationsMathematical PrinciplesEffective Communication

Required

U.S. Citizenship Required

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

Experience involving the scheduling the movement of cargo into or through one or more freight terminals in the appropriate amounts in order to balance the flow with the terminals' capacity to accommodate the freight and the carriers' capacity to transport the cargo is highly desired

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position

This position has been identified as a designated position under the Air Force Drug Testing Plan. Incumbent(s) of this position is subject to the possibility of a random drug test

The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position and must be able to pass a flight line test

Must obtain Explosive Handler qualifications within 6 months of assignment. Must recertify as an Explosive Handler IAW published guidelines and instructions

Must obtain qualifications and remain current as a certified aircraft Load Planner/Inspector for numerous types of military aircraft within one year

Must be hazardous cargo inspector qualified, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air Shipment. The incumbent has one year from date of entry on duty to become qualified

Must re-qualify as Hazardous Cargo inspector and as a Load Planner/Inspector IAW published guidelines and instructions

Incumbent must have the physical ability to inspect and coordinate movement of cargo on train load stands/hi-lines and on K-Loaders

Incumbent is subject to pre-employment physical

Position requires lifting and carrying items up to 70 lbs

Ability to climb, using both arms and legs

Must be able to meet and pass established hearing standards and discern colors, contrast and depth

Employee must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems

Preferred

Knowledge of the full range of the DoD Air Transportation system, Air Terminal Operations, aircraft load planning, Capability Forecasting and terminal inventory is highly desired

Knowledge of the instructions, regulations, and directives governing aircraft load planning and manifesting cargo is desired

Knowledge of hazardous and/or explosive cargo movement procedures and compatibility

Knowledge and skill in planning and safely executing air cargo loading, including Phase II Planning/Loading duties

Knowledge and ability to operate several computer systems, to include, but not limited to Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS), Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) and Microsoft Office

Skill in load planning various types and sizes of cargo that can be transported by military and commercial aircraft