Freight Handler 3am-1pm

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc is seeking a Freight Handler in Denver, CO. This 3am–1pm shift role involves loading and unloading freight with forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts, and documenting movements with handheld scanners.

The candidate must be 18+, capable of frequent heavy lifting, and have at least six months forklift experience, plus strong communication and problem-solving skills in a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts.
• Use handheld scanners to track and document freight.
• Identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight.
• Verify the condition of freight to meet quality standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Handheld scanner proficiency

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Title:Freight Handler 3am-1pmDepartment:Denver COJob Status:Non-ExemptCompensation:Direct Reports:NoCOMPANY OVERVIEWCrossCountry 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: Tuesday-Saturday, 3am-1pmPAY: $24.00/hrREPORTS TO: Operations SupervisorDIRECT REPORTS: NoLOCATION: Denver, COJOB SUMMARYAre 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 assignedMINIMUM 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 skillsPHYSICAL 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.#COFH