Freight Handler Lead

CrossCountry Salt Lake City, LLC; North Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Freight Handler Lead who will exemplify safety and communicate effectively. You will guide the team, coordinate dock tasks with dispatch, and support loading and unloading freight to ensure smooth operations.

Key requirements include 18+ years old, ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 90 lbs occasionally, and strong problem-solving skills with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 90 pounds.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all team members are on time and ready for work.
• Inspect the dock to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Coordinate dock operations with dispatch.
• Meet with Operations Supervisors for daily assignments.
• Assist with loading and unloading a wide variety of freight.

Job description

Job Title:Freight Handler LeadDepartment:Salt Lake City UTJob 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: Monday-Friday 2:30pm-10:30pmPAY: $23/hrREPORTS TO: Operations SupervisorDIRECT REPORTS: NoLOCATION: Salt Lake City, UTJOB SUMMARYCrossCountry Freight Solutions is looking for a Freight Handler Lead that has a safety-first mindset and effective communications skills. This role requires leading by example, taking accountability for your team, and having the capacity to complete daily warehouse duties. Advance your leadership career today with CCFS!ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES• Ensure all team members are on time and ready for work.• Inspect the dock to make sure it is a clean and safe work environment.• Coordinate dock operations with dispatch.• Meet with Operations Supervisors for daily assignments.• Assist with loading and unloading a wide variety of freight.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• Previous forklift experience – preferred• Previous supervisory or management experience - preferred• 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.BENEFITS• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time#MTRFH