Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
SOC Code: 53-1041 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salinas, CA | $58,698 | $73,258 | $87,818 | $102,378 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $46,072 | $64,085 | $82,118 | $100,131 |
| Fresno, CA | $57,034 | $70,762 | $84,469 | $98,197 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $60,154 | $72,696 | $85,259 | $97,802 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $83,824 | $88,483 | $93,122 | $97,781 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $83,325 | $88,109 | $92,914 | $97,698 |
| Merced, CA | $56,826 | $70,366 | $83,928 | $97,469 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $63,773 | $74,901 | $86,029 | $97,157 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $63,440 | $74,651 | $85,842 | $97,053 |
| Gainesville, GA | $63,440 | $74,651 | $85,842 | $97,053 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Personnel Resources | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Time Management | 3.6 | |
| Speaking | 3.6 | |
| Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Active Listening | 3.6 | |
| Coordination | 3.5 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.5 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.4 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.2 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 4.4 |
| Transportation | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.3 |
| Administration and Management | 3.8 |
| Administrative | 3.7 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.5 |
| Mathematics | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 64.1% |
| Bachelor's degree | 18.5% |
| Less than high school | 10.2% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 4.7% |
| Some college | 2.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Distribute cargo to maximize use of space.
- Direct ground crews in the loading, unloading, securing, or staging of aircraft cargo or baggage.
- Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo, and compute an aircraft's center of gravity.
- Train new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.
Technology Skills
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