Transportation Specialist - US Air Force Reserve : Job Details

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In order to provide our bases with the resources they need, we must control a lot of moving parts. Responsible for securely managing cargo and passengers, Air Transportation specialists ensure that everything and everyone on a military aircraft is transported safely and quickly. From food and medical supplies to helicopters and ground vehicles, these professionals are responsible for coordinating the valuable people and supplies we ship around the world.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide the Department of Defense with the capability to move air passengers and cargo worldwide
• Perform and manage air transportation activity
• Inspect aircraft to verify proper documentation, packaging and marking
• Load and unload aircraft using specialized equipment
• Determine type and quality of cargo to be loaded according to allowable aircraft cargo load
• Implement necessary safety and security precautions for handling and storing dangerous materials
• Up to 30 days of vacation with pay each year
• Excellent healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Food and housing allowance
• A generous retirement program from day one of your service
• World class job/technical training that will make you competitive in any field
• Financial benefits to help you pay for college/higher education

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of passenger and cargo movement functions
• Completion of a basic air transportation course
• Experience in functions such as processing cargo and loading and unloading an aircraft
• Must possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 39

About the Air Force Reserve

The Air Force Reserve is a proud partner in America's defense, offering a variety of part-time and full-time jobs with full-time benefits. These include low-cost health insurance, a noncontributory retirement plan, tuition assistance and educational programs. The Air Force Reserve recruits talent and provides highly technical training to help you build and sustain the world's most-advanced airpower with the flexibility to advance in your civilian career or education while serving close to home. Also, if you're currently serving or have served and are ready for more, we can use your experience.

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Military and International Affairs

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