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Cargo and Freight Agents (88H)

Houston, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

... handling equipment like cranes and forklifts. No experience necessary. Position is entry level. ... Cargo Documentation. BENEFITS: Financial Benefits: * Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with ...

Bowhead

QMED/Wiper

Panama City, FL

$21.25 - $26.25/hr

Bowhead Marine Support Services seeks an entry level QMED/Wiper for shipboard positions at Tyndall ... Breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear ...

Bowhead

Wiper

Panama City, FL · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

Bowhead Marine Support Services seeks an entry level Wiper for shipboard positions at Tyndall Air ... Breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear ...

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Cargo and Freight Agents (88H)

Cargo and Freight Agents (88H)

U.S. Army

Houston, TX • On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

United States Army rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 468 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 46 rated military and defense

Job description

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and become a Cargo Specialist (88H), you'll be the cargo handling expert for everything the Army moves by land, sea, or air. You’ll ensure the Army receives supplies, weapons, the mail, and equipment on a daily basis all over the world. You will be trained in cargo documentation, the securing of cargo, and learn how to load and unload cargo manually or by operating material handling equipment like cranes and forklifts.  
No experience necessary.  Position is entry level. 
 
REQUIREMENTS: 
  • A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card;
  • 17 to 34 Years Old;
  • High School Diploma or GED;
  • Meet Tattoo Guidelines;
  • No Major Law Violations;
  • No Medical Concerns.

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS: 
  • 40 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available;
  • 10 weeks of Basic Training;
  • 8 weeks of Advanced Individual Training;
  • 88 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).

SKILLS YOU’LL LEARN: 
  • Vehicle Operations;
  • Stocking & Storage;
  • Cargo Documentation.

BENEFITS: 
Financial Benefits: 
  • Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses. 
  • Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more. 
  • Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment. 
 
Healthcare: 
  • Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE. 
  • Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services. 
 
Education: 
  • Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty. 
  • GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill. 
  • Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans. 
Housing and Living: 
  • Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing. 
  • On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations. 
  • Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores. 
  
Career and Training: 
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement. 
  • Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields. 
  
Family Support: 
  • Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare. 
  • Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing. 
  
Retirement and Veterans Benefits: 
  • Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service. 
  • VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans. 
 
Recreation and Leisure: 
  • Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities. 

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