Ground Operations Coordinator- LATAM CARGO / Los Angeles International Airport

$62,296 - $62,296/Yr

The Professional Group - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Los Angeles, CA

Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

The Ground Operations Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all services related to ground ramp operations in the aviation industry, specifically for cargo aircraft. This role involves ensuring safety procedures are followed during the loading and unloading processes, managing special cargo handling, and maintaining communication with flight crews and airport authorities.

Responsibilities

• Safely loading and unloading cargo aircraft following Loading Instruction Report (LIR).
• Providing special cargo handling to oversized cargo, Hazardous Materials, live Stock, and Perishable Cargo.
• Briefing NOTOC information to flight crew.
• Reporting all irregularities such as Aircraft Condition and GHR equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager.
• Complying with all airport authority and carrier security requirements.
• Coordinating activities of the ground operation.
• Verifying loading instructions of cargo.
• Screening catering drivers with HHMD (Hand held metal detector) before allowing them to enter the aircraft.
• Notifying and coordinating all pertaining services with airport authorities, service vendors, and downline stations.
• Performing daily office duties, including preparing weight and balance, filing daily reports, sending MVT messages, and closing flight documents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• 1 year of experience in an aviation environment (desired).
• Time management skills.
• Availability to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work under difficult weather conditions: rain, sun, heat, and cold.
• Spanish language proficiency (required).
• Valid Driver's License (required).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan