Freight Handler (8pm-4:30am)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

EAP

401k with match

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, located in Wichita, KS, is hiring a Freight Handler for the night shift (8pm-4:30am). The role involves loading and unloading freight from trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or handcarts, with training provided. Pay is $21.00 per hour, and the position is safety sensitive.

Qualified candidates are at least 18, with forklift experience, and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and 90 pounds occasionally. A pre-employment skills assessment is required.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 90 pounds.
• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment.

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

Heavy lifting

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Pre-employment skills assessment

Job description

Freight Handler (8pm-4:30am)### Freight Handler (8pm-4:30am)Apply: Wichita KS: Full time: Posted Today: JR101095**Job Title:**Freight Handler (8pm-4:30am)**Department:**Wichita KS**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 (8pm-4:30am) **PAY:** $21.00/hr **REPORTS TO:**Operations Supervisor**DIRECT REPORTS:** No**LOCATION:** Wichita, KS **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 SPECIFIATIONS****Skills & 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* *This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment***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, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.* Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* 401k retirement plan with match #KSFH