Freight Handler (10pm-8am)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 33,062,400 - 38,572,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc is hiring a Freight Handler for the 10pm–8am shift in Des Moines, IA. The role involves loading and unloading freight with forklifts, pallet jacks, and handcarts, using scanners to track shipments, and staging inbound freight while upholding safety standards.

The position requires at least six months of forklift experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and 90 pounds occasionally, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum six months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally.
• Reliable communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand carts.
• Use handheld scanners to track and document freight.
• Identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight.
• Ensure freight quality and condition meets standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

## Freight Handler (10pm-8am)Applylocations: Des Moines IAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100722**Job Title:**Freight Handler (10pm-8am)**Department:**Des Moines IA**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 (10pm-8am) **PAY:** $26.00/hr **REPORTS TO:**Operations SupervisorJOB 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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • 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.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match!### Why Join CCFS?We strive for universal prosperity between our team members, company, customers, and communities. We seek top tier team members who can catch our vision of balancing safety, quality, and productivity.### BenefitsAll regular full-time employees are eligible for CrossCountry's benefit package after 30 days of employment.Our employee benefit package includes:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) Plan\*Uniform Incentive\*Paid Holidays (after 30 days of service as a full-time employee)Paid Personal Time-Off\* Regular part-time employees are eligible for these benefits as well.