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  • AIRPORT SECURITY SCREENER

  • Covenant Services
  • Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 United States View Map

Summary

Cargo Screeners

Covenant Aviation Security has immediate openings for Cargo Screeners. Must have a PERC card. Cargo screening/handling experience required. Starting pay rate of $24.35 and progression to $25.49 after 6 months.

Essential Functions:
  • Screening of cargo equipment as outlined by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Identify prohibited objects in cargo by use of explosive trace detection, x-ray machines, physical search, and other methodology as outlined by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Preparing required reports, forms, and records as required by CAS and the Transportation Security Administration
  • Physically inspect the x-raying cargo, crates, and other containers as required by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Verifying necessary documentation for transportation of goods as directed by the customer, CAS, or the Transportation Security Administration
  • Prevention of unauthorized materials entering aircraft
  • Carry a portable radio if required and routinely communicate with the CAS Supervisor as directed
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Must be able to pass a 7 year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment, education, and personal references
  • Must possess valid State issued Driver's License or a valid State Issued I.D. card and Social Security Card
  • Must possess Birth Certificate or valid US Passport
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be able to pass a Security Threat Assessment as administered by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Must be able to pass a Security Background Check as administered by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
  • Must be able to pass a Security Background Check as administered by the local airport authority
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment/annual/random drug screenings
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to distinguish colors to use the screening equipment
  • Must be able to work around the flexibility and changing schedules of the airline industry, this includes being available to work various shifts throughout the day, afternoon, evening and overnight as required.

Please note: This is not a TSA position

Covenant Aviation Security is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.

Job Description

Cargo Screeners

Covenant Aviation Security has immediate openings for Cargo Screeners. Must have a PERC card. Cargo screening/handling experience required. Starting pay rate of $24.35 and progression to $25.49 after 6 months.

Essential Functions:
  • Screening of cargo equipment as outlined by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Identify prohibited objects in cargo by use of explosive trace detection, x-ray machines, physical search, and other methodology as outlined by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Preparing required reports, forms, and records as required by CAS and the Transportation Security Administration
  • Physically inspect the x-raying cargo, crates, and other containers as required by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Verifying necessary documentation for transportation of goods as directed by the customer, CAS, or the Transportation Security Administration
  • Prevention of unauthorized materials entering aircraft
  • Carry a portable radio if required and routinely communicate with the CAS Supervisor as directed
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Must be able to pass a 7 year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment, education, and personal references
  • Must possess valid State issued Driver's License or a valid State Issued I.D. card and Social Security Card
  • Must possess Birth Certificate or valid US Passport
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be able to pass a Security Threat Assessment as administered by the Transportation Security Administration
  • Must be able to pass a Security Background Check as administered by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
  • Must be able to pass a Security Background Check as administered by the local airport authority
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment/annual/random drug screenings
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to distinguish colors to use the screening equipment
  • Must be able to work around the flexibility and changing schedules of the airline industry, this includes being available to work various shifts throughout the day, afternoon, evening and overnight as required.

Please note: This is not a TSA position

Covenant Aviation Security is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.

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