Full-Time Customs Import (1 Position)
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Preparing and processing client Import shipments to CBSA both electronically as well as manually when required.
- Receive, review, and process import transaction for truck and air modes or transport, including border clearance and in-bond when required.
- Determining classification of Import products for release with CBSA as well as determining the valuation, OGD regulations or Import permits required prior to release and with adherence to all laws and regulations with Canada Customs and other government departments.
- Contacting clients to request missing documentation, information, CUSMA/USMCA free trade agreements or paperwork required prior to release and final accounting of HVS shipments for audit.
- Assist with data logging of Low Value Courier shipments.
- Perform all aspects of customer service, including but not limited to answering phones, responding to e-mail requests and receiving and responding to incoming faxes. Being able to assist as well as following up with any inquiries from clients, customers, trucking companies or general phone inquiries.
- Responding to all Clients and Customers in a timely, efficient, courteous and professional manner while adhering to all company policies and regulations.
- Required to work some holidays
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum 1 to 2 years Customs Release and Import experience preferred and familiar with HS Classifications, CUSMA/USMCA free trade agreements, CFIA, NRCAN and all other government department regulations.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and must be able to interact effectively with both internal and external clients.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate costs and be able to determine value for duty, including any discounts, additions/deductions or transportation costs included.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions both written and oral. Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment. Must be able to work both independently and as a team.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Keyboarding (30 wpm).
Familiar with PC.
Willingness to work beyond 8 hours; willingness to work before & after daylight hours.
Effectively manage stress.
Excellent organizational skills.
Able to work cooperatively and cohesively with others.
Must have safe and dependable transportation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for extended periods of time; handle all types of office equipment, keyboard, tariffs, manuals, and a multitude of office forms and files; extensive speaking and listening on the telephone and or including while using keyboard . The employee is frequently required to stand and walk; bend and stoop; reach. On-time, daily attendance is required. Pre-employment drug screen and background investigation could be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
HOURS OF WORK
1:30pm – 10:00pm
How to Apply
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