Freight Handler

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

PTO and holidays

401 K Retirement Plan

Biweekly Pay

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions in Houston, TX is hiring a Freight Handler to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and handcarts. This is a safety-sensitive role reporting to the Service Center Manager, with a 1pm-9pm shift.

The position requires at least 6 months forklift experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds routinely and up to 90 pounds occasionally, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, holidays, 401(k), and biweekly pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds.
• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network
• Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight
• Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Lifting considerations

Lifting limits 50 lbs

Lifting limits 90 lbs

Communication

Age 18+

Job description

Job Title:

Freight Handler

Department:

Houston TX

Job Status:

Non-Exempt

Compensation:

Direct Reports:

No

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

SHIFT: Monday-Friday (1pm-9pm)

PAY: $22.00/hr

REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: No

LOCATION: Houston, TX

JOB SUMMARY
Are you seeking a warehouse position that provides a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay? Look no further! CrossCountry is hiring Freight Handlers in your area. This is a safety sensitive position that is responsible for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart. Our Freight Handlers are properly trained and certified to operate safety sensitive equipment efficiently.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network
• Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight
• Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Skills and Knowledge

• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands

• Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.
• Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401 K Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay