Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Air General, a national cargo handling company, is looking for Cargo Agents and Mail Agents at our Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) location. We will be holding open interviews and may be making job offers on the spot.

The event takes place on Wednesday, 12/17/25 from 9am - 5pm . The location will be the Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport Mall of America at 1601 East American Blvd, Bloomington MN 55425.

If you are interested in a career with an industry leader that promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, one where employees feel valued and respected, and are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives, please consider joining us!

Cargo Agent Responsibilities:

• Load/unload air cargo from/to vehicles/trucks
• Maintain and operate a forklift, tug and pallet jack safely and efficiently
• Adhere to all FAA, Airport, and Air General safety and security procedures
• Present cargo documents to U.S. Customs, Immigration, USDA and any other relevant agencies to achieve the necessary releases and clearances
• Understand and prepare documentation for tracing action, perform follow-up, and keep customer informed of progress or their shipment
• Take special measures to ensure proper handling of valuables, perishables, live animal shipments, and special loads
• Obtain Customs Log Number and appropriate flight clearances
• Reconcile Master and House air waybills, as applicable
• Verify booking details and make corrections where applicable
• Any other duties assigned by supervisors or managers
• Schedule: 11:30 am - 8:00 pm (Monday - Friday)

Overnight Mail Agent Responsibilities:

• Promptly sort outbound mail tendered by USPS by destination and flight number.
• Load sorted mail onto carts by flight number and destination.
• Separate mail for smooth loading.
• Establish correct weight for mail.
• Enter weights into DRP for flight STD – 75 minutes.
• Create an AWB entry into Sabre.
• Complete paper manifest for all mail per destination.
• Obtain sign off from runner for mail being positioned to ramp.
• Properly disqualify mail for flight disruption or late received mail.
• Dump and scan inbound mail.
• Complete any necessary postal logs as applicable within prescribed timeframes.
• Obtain USPS manifests for each flight.
• Inbound mail tallied by flight number DRPU entries.
• Keep proper statistics of all mail handled.
• Retain all records of mail activities in organized filing system.
• Secure mail in covered / closed carts.
• Ensure mail does not get wet.
• Ensure mail is secure at all times.
• Report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Liaise with downline stations on mail issues.
• Report suspicious activities to supervisor or Postal Authorities.
• Run the mail to the line, and deliver mail to postal facility from staging point.
• Schedule: 02:30 am - 11:00 am and 3:30 am - 12:00 noon

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid and unexpired US Driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to clearly understand and communicate in English when performing essential job functions.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and airport/government security background checks, applicable Custom Security Seal, and post offer drug screens.
• Be available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to handle stress in a high-noise fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Some travel may be required for airline specific training.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health and Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Roth after 6 months, company match after 1 year
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Scholarship Program
• Company Emergency Loan Program
• Earned Wage Access - offered through Tapcheck
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Air General is a third-generation, family-owned, US-based, nationwide Air Cargo and Ocean Cargo handling company, as well as a provider of Passenger and Traveler Services. Our customers are the world's major International and Domestic Airlines. Air General is dedicated to providing quality cargo handling and transportation logistics services in North America at major US Airports. If you'd like to learn more about Air General please visit the link and explore our videos:

Job Tags

Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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