Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors - 53-1011.00

Supervise and coordinate the activities of ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. May determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures. Includes loadmasters.

• Accompany aircraft as a member of the flight crew to monitor and handle cargo in flight.
• Calculate load weights for different aircraft compartments, using charts and computers.
• Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo, and compute an aircraft's center of gravity.
• Direct ground crews in the loading, unloading, securing, or staging of aircraft cargo or baggage.
• Distribute cargo to maximize use of space.
• Train new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.

• Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.
• Direct material handling or moving activities.
• Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
• Monitor cargo area conditions.
• Train personnel on proper operational procedures.

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• Transportation Agent