{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:24.534Z","occupation":{"soc":"53-6099.00","title":"Transportation Workers, All Other","group":"Transportation & Material Moving","sector":"48-49","jobZone":null,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers ground transportation workers engaged in aircraft cargo loading, weight-and-balance calculation, ramp crew direction, and employee training within commercial aviation and freight operations.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Aircraft weight-and-balance forms — complete with supervisor guidance using standard templates in a cargo operations environment.","Cargo quantity and orientation data — record and verify under direct oversight during scheduled ground operations.","Ground crew loading instructions — relay basic directives from a supervisor to baggage handlers on the ramp.","Cargo distribution basics — apply pre-approved load plans to position freight in aircraft holds under close supervision.","Safety procedures — follow established protocols for ramp operations after completing initial orientation training.","Equipment operation checklists — use step-by-step guides to inspect ground support equipment at the start of each shift.","Active listening skills — demonstrate by repeating back instructions from dispatch or lead personnel before acting.","Spreadsheet software — enter cargo manifest data into pre-built templates under direction from a senior load planner.","English-language shipping documents — read and interpret standard cargo labels and waybills with occasional guidance.","Problem recognition — identify obvious discrepancies between cargo counts and manifests and escalate to a supervisor."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Aircraft center-of-gravity calculations — perform independently using approved weight-and-balance software for routine flight configurations.","Cargo space utilization — apply load-planning principles to distribute freight efficiently across available hold positions with minimal oversight.","Ground crew coordination — direct baggage and cargo handlers through standard loading and unloading cycles on domestic operations.","Operational monitoring — track ramp activities against scheduled timelines and flag deviations using established reporting procedures.","New-employee safety orientation — assist in delivering structured safety briefings to recently hired ground personnel.","Database software — query cargo tracking systems to verify shipment status and resolve routine discrepancies on shift.","Critical thinking — evaluate competing load configurations and select the most operationally sound option within established guidelines.","Equipment operation — control and adjust ground support machinery such as belt loaders and cargo dollies in routine ramp conditions.","Customer service communication — respond to cargo status inquiries from airline representatives or freight agents using professional verbal and written skills.","Regulatory compliance — apply public safety and security requirements when screening and staging cargo for departure."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Center-of-gravity and trim calculations — compute autonomously for complex or non-standard aircraft configurations, confirming results against airline engineering data.","Non-routine cargo scenarios — resolve oversized, hazardous, or weight-restricted shipment issues independently, applying transportation regulations and judgment.","Ground crew supervision — direct full loading, unloading, securing, and staging cycles for cargo and baggage across multiple aircraft turns without managerial oversight.","Load-plan optimization — design cargo distribution strategies that maximize space utilization and maintain balance limits for varied fleet types.","Employee training delivery — develop and conduct job-specific training sessions on safety procedures and equipment operation for new transportation workers.","Operations monitoring — maintain situational awareness of ramp activities across concurrent flights and implement corrective actions when deviations occur.","Deductive reasoning in dispatch — analyze weight, fuel, and passenger variables together to determine viable load combinations under tight departure windows.","Office and database tools — produce accurate cargo manifests, weight-and-balance reports, and load summaries using integrated office suite and database software.","Cross-functional coordination — communicate load constraints and scheduling conflicts to flight operations, fueling, and airline station teams with clarity and authority.","Reading comprehension — interpret complex regulatory documents, carrier manuals, and safety bulletins and translate requirements into actionable ground procedures."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational load-planning standards — establish and maintain weight-and-balance policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements across an entire cargo operation.","Strategic cargo space management — design system-level distribution frameworks that improve fleet utilization rates and reduce excess fuel burn across multiple stations.","Ground operations leadership — set performance expectations, assign accountabilities, and lead ground crew teams through high-volume or irregular operations at scale.","Training program development — build comprehensive curricula for safety procedures, equipment operation, and load planning, ensuring compliance with federal and company standards.","Regulatory liaison — represent the organization in audits and meetings with aviation authorities, articulating operational practices and corrective action plans.","Performance monitoring systems — implement data dashboards using spreadsheet and database tools to track operational metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.","Risk and safety governance — develop and enforce ramp safety culture programs, reducing incident rates through structured accountability and investigation protocols.","Workforce capability development — mentor mid-level transportation workers, providing structured feedback and career-progression pathways within the ground operations function.","Crisis decision-making — exercise senior judgment to resolve critical weight, security, or equipment failures that threaten departure integrity or crew safety under time pressure.","Cross-department strategy — partner with airline management, logistics vendors, and facility planners to align ground transportation capacity with long-range operational and business goals."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}